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President Donald Trump said on Monday that he and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu completed a meeting on Iran, trade, expansion of Abraham Accords and how to end war in Gaza, and that Israel won't occupy Gaza, and no one will be forced to flee. “Today is a historic day for peace, Netanyahu and I just completed meeting on Iran, trade, expansion of Abraham Accords and how to end war in Gaza. Let’s call it eternal peace in Middle East,” Trump said while addressing a joint news conference with Netanyahu in the State Dining Room after an extended meeting in the White House on Monday. “This plan means immediate end to war itself, not just in Gaza. Arab and Muslim countries have committed to demilitarising Gaza. All parties will agree on a timeline for Israeli forces to withdraw from Gaza, and Arab countries will deal with Hamas,” added Trump.&nbsp;Trump further said that if Hamas rejects the proposal, “Israel would have my full backing to finish the job of destroying the threat of Hamas.”"If accepted by Hamas, this proposal calls for the release of ALL remaining hostages immediately, but in no case more than 72 hours... the hostages are coming back."&nbsp;

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Thanking Netanyahu for “agreeing” to the peace plan, Trump said, “I also want to thank Prime Minister Netanyahu for agreeing to the plan and for trusting that if we work together, we can bring an end to the death and destruction that we’ve seen for so many years, decades, even centuries, and begin a new chapter of security, peace and prosperity for the entire region.” "Israel withdrew from Gaza thinking they would live in peace...that didn't work out...The plan that we put forward today is focused on ending the war immediately, getting all of our hostages back...and creating conditions for durable Israeli security and Palestinian success," he said. WATCH: White House Releases Gaza Peace Plan As Trump Meets Netanyahu<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/white-house-releases-gaza-peace-plan-as-trump-meets-netanyahu-1759171843204/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/white-house-releases-gaza-peace-plan-as-trump-meets-netanyahu-1759171843204/embed</a> As per Trump’s proposal , Palestinians would be encouraged to stay in the Gaza Strip and offered “the opportunity to build a better Gaza.”<h2>‘Discussed ceasefire and Gaza governance plan with host of foreign leaders’</h2> Trump said he discussed his 20-point ceasefire and post-war Gaza governance plan with a host of foreign leaders. Trump added that he will chair a transitional “Board of Peace” to supervise the redevelopment of Gaza when the war ends. "The leaders of the Arab world and Israel and everybody involved asked me to do this,” he said.The peace plan document released by the White House said the board would include other heads of state, including former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, who played a major role in developing the new plan. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gaza-deal-says-israel-won-t-occupy-gaza-no-one-will-be-forced-to-flee-1759170510614">‘Swadeshi product’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal logs into Arattai messaging platform</a> Before the news conference, the White House shared a lengthy plan to end the Gaza conflict even as Hamas said earlier in the day that it was not consulted on the latest cease-fire proposal, which includes terms it has previously rejected. Under Trump’s plan for ending the war, Hamas would agree “to not have any role in the governance of Gaza, directly, indirectly, or in any form,” said a White House statement. “All military, terror, and offensive infrastructure, including tunnels and weapon production facilities, will be destroyed and not rebuilt,” it added. Hamas has consistently and publicly refused demands that it disarm, describing its weapons as “legitimate” tools to fight Israel. <h2>‘If Hamas does not agree to Trump’s plan, Israel would use force…’ </h2> Netanyahu said in his address that he supports Trump’s plan for the end of the war. “I support your plan to end the war in Gaza, which achieves our war aims. It will bring back to Israel all our hostages, dismantle Hamas’s military capabilities and its political rule, and ensure that Gaza never again poses a threat to Israel,” he added. “I believe that today we’re taking a critical step towards both ending the war in Gaza and setting the stage for dramatically advancing peace in the Middle East, I think beyond the Middle East,” Netanyahu said. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-government-lists-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-as-a-terrorist-entity-1759151566717">Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’</a> “If Hamas agrees to the proposal, Israel would withdraw troops from Gaza but continue to keep them in the security perimeter for the foreseeable future,” he stressed. Netanyahu added that if the militant group did not agree to Trump’s plan, then Israel would use force to disarm and disempower Hamas in Gaza. “But if Hamas rejects your plan, Mr. President, or if they supposedly accept it and then basically do everything to counter it, then Israel will finish the job by itself.” “This can be done the easy way or the hard way,” he said.

Before the news conference, the White House shared a lengthy plan to end the Gaza conflict even as Hamas said earlier in the day that it was not consulted on the latest cease-fire proposal, which includes terms it has previously rejected.

President Donald Trump said on Monday that he and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu completed a meeting on Iran, trade, expansion of Abraham Accords and how to end war in Gaza, and that Israel won't occupy Gaza, and no one will be forced to flee. “Today is a historic day for peace, Netanyahu and I just completed meeting on Iran, trade, expansion of Abraham Accords and how to end war in Gaza. Let’s call it eternal peace in Middle East,” Trump said while addressing a joint news conference with Netanyahu in the State Dining Room after an extended meeting in the White House on Monday. “This plan means immediate end to war itself, not just in Gaza. Arab and Muslim countries have committed to demilitarising Gaza. All parties will agree on a timeline for Israeli forces to withdraw from Gaza, and Arab countries will deal with Hamas,” added Trump. Trump further said that if Hamas rejects the proposal, “Israel would have my full backing to finish the job of destroying the threat of Hamas.” "If accepted by Hamas, this proposal calls for the release of ALL remaining hostages immediately, but in no case more than 72 hours... the hostages are coming back."

Before the news conference, the White House shared a lengthy plan to end the Gaza conflict even as Hamas said earlier in the day that it was not consulted on the latest cease-fire proposal, which includes terms it has previously rejected.

Trump announces Gaza deal, says Israel won't occupy Gaza, no one will be forced to flee

US President Donald Trump’s team made “dramatic changes” to his 21-point Gaza ceasefire deal to make it more acceptable to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.&nbsp;This came after a meeting of Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The official also says, “We know that Hamas will not agree to disarm. They also are not ready to release the hostages in one stage, and are not ready to release everyone if there isn’t an absolute guarantee that the story is over and that there is no war, and even then, there is a doubt if they will stand by their word,” Channel 12 reported.&nbsp;Netanyahu dials Qatar PM from White House &nbsp;Netanyahu reportedly apologised to his Qatari counterpart, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, for the Israeli strike in Qatar on September 9. As per a report, the Israeli PM talked to Al Thani via phone call for a few minutes from the White House after being welcomed by US President Donald Trump. He also promised that it would not be repeated.&nbsp;The Channel 12 report said that Netanyahu apologised for violating Qatari sovereignty in the strike on Doha and expressed regret for the killing of a Qatari security guard in the attack.&nbsp;After Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologises to his Qatari counterpart for the failed strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir calls the attack “important, just, and supremely moral.”

After Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologises to his Qatari counterpart for the failed strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir calls the attack “important, just, and supremely moral.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;Taking to X to call Qatar “an enemy state,” the far-right minister says that “whoever sends monsters to burn babies, rape women, and abduct elderly women must know that there is no place in the world where he is safe.”&nbsp;“It is time to tell the world the truth: Qatar is a state that supports terrorism, funds terrorism, and incites terrorism,” he continues. “No money will cleanse the terrorism from their hands.”

Trump makes ‘dramatic changes’ to 21-point Gaza plan for Netanyahu as press conference delayed

US President Donald Trump’s team made “dramatic changes” to his 21-point Gaza ceasefire deal to make it more acceptable to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. This came after a meeting of Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The official also says, “We know that Hamas will not agree to disarm. They also are not ready to release the hostages in one stage, and are not ready to release everyone if there isn’t an absolute guarantee that the story is over and that there is no war, and even then, there is a doubt if they will stand by their word,” Channel 12 reported. Netanyahu dials Qatar PM from White House Netanyahu reportedly apologised to his Qatari counterpart, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, for the Israeli strike in Qatar on September 9. As per a report, the Israeli PM talked to Al Thani via phone call for a few minutes from the White House after being welcomed by US President Donald Trump. He also promised that it would not be repeated. The Channel 12 report said that Netanyahu apologised for violating Qatari sovereignty in the strike on Doha and expressed regret for the killing of a Qatari security guard in the attack. After Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologises to his Qatari counterpart for the failed strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir calls the attack “important, just, and supremely moral.”

Trump makes ‘dramatic changes’ to 21-point Gaza plan for Netanyahu as press conference delayed

A coalition of federal unions has urged Democratic leadership to fight against budget cuts to “critical public services,” even if it leads to a government shutdown and mass layoffs. In a letter to Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, the Federal Unionists Network and 35 local, council and national unions urged the Democrats to reject any proposal that cuts health care, social security, veterans’ affairs and scientific agencies. “We are directly impacted when the government shuts down: our members would no longer be able to work, get paid, or fulfill their mission of serving the American public,” the letter states. “But we believe the most important thing is fighting against the centralisation of executive power and for the long-term survival of the critical services the federal government provides, even if that means allowing the government to temporarily shut down.”&nbsp;Congress has only two more days to pass budget, and Republicans are aiming to pass a short-term plan, but Democrats say the proposal does not address concerns around health care adequately. Congressional leaders are scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump later on Monday.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-government-lists-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-as-a-terrorist-entity-1759151566717">Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’</a><h2>Thousands laid off under DOGE this year</h2>&nbsp;The unions’ letter comes after the White House instructed federal agencies to prepare reduction-in-force plans for mass firings during a possible shutdown. Thousands of federal employees were laid off this year under the Department of Government Efficiency, led by billionaire Elon Musk. Many Democrats believe the White House is bluffing about its latest threats of layoffs.“What is new is using a shutdown as a threat to pressure Congress to pass a budget that impacts our most vulnerable, including seniors, rural communities, hungry children and cuts out access to healthcare for millions of Americans,” said Alissa Tafti, co-executive director of the Federal Unionist Network.A shutdown would mean federal workers don’t receive a paycheck for the duration of the closure, though they remain employed.&nbsp;WATCH: Trump Schools India On Russian Oil, But Silent On Europe Quietly Funding Russia<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/-trump-schools-india-on-russian-oil-but-silent-on-europe-quietly-funding-russia-1759167357427/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/-trump-schools-india-on-russian-oil-but-silent-on-europe-quietly-funding-russia-1759167357427/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>‘Enough is enough, workers willing to go without a paycheck if…’</h2>&nbsp;The unions’ letter states that workers are willing to go without a paycheck if it means an agreement on funding for public services is reached. “Federal workers and the communities we serve will face severe hardship. But federal workers will willingly forego paychecks in the hope of preserving the programmes we have devoted our lives to administering. In order to save our services today, we need to send a message to this Administration that enough is enough,” they said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-sahyog-not-instrument-of-censorship-rules-karnataka-hc-elon-musk-s-x-to-appeal-order-1759148207833">‘Sahyog’ not instrument of censorship, rules Karnataka HC; Elon Musk’s X to appeal order</a>&nbsp;House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reiterated that Democrats would need more than a handshake deal on health care to avert a shutdown. Jeffries told reporters, “No one can trust their word on health care. These people have been trying to repeal and displace people off the Affordable Care Act since 2010—that’s 15 years.”

The unions’ letter comes after the White House instructed federal agencies to prepare reduction-in-force plans for mass firings during a possible shutdown. Thousands of employees were laid off under DOGE. Many Democrats believe the White House is bluffing about its latest threats of layoffs.

A coalition of federal unions has urged Democratic leadership to fight against budget cuts to “critical public services,” even if it leads to a government shutdown and mass layoffs. In a letter to Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, the Federal Unionists Network and 35 local, council and national unions urged the Democrats to reject any proposal that cuts health care, social security, veterans’ affairs and scientific agencies. “We are directly impacted when the government shuts down: our members would no longer be able to work, get paid, or fulfill their mission of serving the American public,” the letter states. “But we believe the most important thing is fighting against the centralisation of executive power and for the long-term survival of the critical services the federal government provides, even if that means allowing the government to temporarily shut down.” Congress has only two more days to pass budget, and Republicans are aiming to pass a short-term plan, but Democrats say the proposal does not address concerns around health care adequately. Congressional leaders are scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump later on Monday. Also Read: Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’ Thousands laid off under DOGE this year The unions’ letter comes after the White House instructed federal agencies to prepare reduction-in-force plans for mass firings during a possible shutdown. Thousands of federal employees were laid off this year under the Department of Government Efficiency, led by billionaire Elon Musk. Many Democrats believe the White House is bluffing about its latest threats of layoffs. “What is new is using a shutdown as a threat to pressure Congress to pass a budget that impacts our most vulnerable, including seniors, rural communities, hungry children and cuts out access to healthcare for millions of Americans,” said Alissa Tafti, co-executive director of the Federal Unionist Network. A shutdown would mean federal workers don’t receive a paycheck for the duration of the closure, though they remain employed. WATCH: Trump Schools India On Russian Oil, But Silent On Europe Quietly Funding Russia https://www.wionews.com/videos/-trump-schools-india-on-russian-oil-but-silent-on-europe-quietly-funding-russia-1759167357427/embed ‘Enough is enough, workers willing to go without a paycheck if…’ The unions’ letter states that workers are willing to go without a paycheck if it means an agreement on funding for public services is reached. “Federal workers and the communities we serve will face severe hardship. But federal workers will willingly forego paychecks in the hope of preserving the programmes we have devoted our lives to administering. In order to save our services today, we need to send a message to this Administration that enough is enough,” they said. Also Read: ‘Sahyog’ not instrument of censorship, rules Karnataka HC; Elon Musk’s X to appeal order House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries reiterated that Democrats would need more than a handshake deal on health care to avert a shutdown. Jeffries told reporters, “No one can trust their word on health care. These people have been trying to repeal and displace people off the Affordable Care Act since 2010—that’s 15 years.”

The unions’ letter comes after the White House instructed federal agencies to prepare reduction-in-force plans for mass firings during a possible shutdown. Thousands of employees were laid off under DOGE. Many Democrats believe the White House is bluffing about its latest threats of layoffs.

‘Enough is enough’: Fed workers’ unions urge Democrats to fight for critical public services, brace for shutdown pain

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly apologised to his Qatari counterpart, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, for the Israeli strike in Qatar on September 9. As per a report, the Israeli PM talked to Al Thani via phone call for a few minutes from the White House after being welcomed by US President Donald Trump. He also promised that it would not be repeated.&nbsp;&nbsp;The Channel 12 report said that Netanyahu apologised for violating Qatari sovereignty in the strike on Doha and expressed regret for the killing of a Qatari security guard in the attack.&nbsp;After Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologises to his Qatari counterpart for the failed strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir calls the attack “important, just, and supremely moral.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;Taking to X to call Qatar “an enemy state,” the far-right minister says that “whoever sends monsters to burn babies, rape women, and abduct elderly women must know that there is no place in the world where he is safe.”&nbsp;“It is time to tell the world the truth: Qatar is a state that supports terrorism, funds terrorism, and incites terrorism,” he continues. “No money will cleanse the terrorism from their hands.”&nbsp;Trump welcomes Netanyahu&nbsp;&nbsp;On Monday (Sep 29), as US President Donald Trump meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss and seal a deal Gaza ceasefire, the former said he’s ‘very confident’. Trump has, in his previous interactions with the media, said that he has stopped seven wars and conflicts across the world. He is now eyeing to end the eighth war, which is the one between the Israeli military and Hamas. This conflict has been ongoing for over 2 years now, and many lives have been lost. It has triggered the largest displacement of the human race in the recent history. In September, the Health Ministry in Gaza said that over 66,000 people have been killed since October 7, 2023, the year the conflict began. But reports say that independent researchers suggest the number is much larger than what is projected. Also, noting that death due to starvation, diseases, and lack of healthcare facilities has added to the death toll in the war-torn region. &nbsp;

The Channel 12 report said that Netanyahu apologized for violating Qatari sovereignty in the strike on Doha and expressed regret for the killing of a Qatari security guard in the attack.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly apologised to his Qatari counterpart, Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, for the Israeli strike in Qatar on September 9. As per a report, the Israeli PM talked to Al Thani via phone call for a few minutes from the White House after being welcomed by US President Donald Trump. He also promised that it would not be repeated. The Channel 12 report said that Netanyahu apologised for violating Qatari sovereignty in the strike on Doha and expressed regret for the killing of a Qatari security guard in the attack. After Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu apologises to his Qatari counterpart for the failed strike on Hamas leaders in Doha, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir calls the attack “important, just, and supremely moral.” Also read: Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu Taking to X to call Qatar “an enemy state,” the far-right minister says that “whoever sends monsters to burn babies, rape women, and abduct elderly women must know that there is no place in the world where he is safe.” “It is time to tell the world the truth: Qatar is a state that supports terrorism, funds terrorism, and incites terrorism,” he continues. “No money will cleanse the terrorism from their hands.” Trump welcomes Netanyahu On Monday (Sep 29), as US President Donald Trump meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss and seal a deal Gaza ceasefire, the former said he’s ‘very confident’. Trump has, in his previous interactions with the media, said that he has stopped seven wars and conflicts across the world. He is now eyeing to end the eighth war, which is the one between the Israeli military and Hamas. This conflict has been ongoing for over 2 years now, and many lives have been lost. It has triggered the largest displacement of the human race in the recent history. In September, the Health Ministry in Gaza said that over 66,000 people have been killed since October 7, 2023, the year the conflict began. But reports say that independent researchers suggest the number is much larger than what is projected. Also, noting that death due to starvation, diseases, and lack of healthcare facilities has added to the death toll in the war-torn region.

The Channel 12 report said that Netanyahu apologised for violating Qatari sovereignty in the strike on Doha and expressed regret for the killing of a Qatari security guard in the attack.

Netanyahu dials Qatar PM from White House, apologises for Doha attack on Hamas leadership. Details inside

The Myanmar military destroyed villages, mosques and cemeteries in the Rakhine state after the expulsion of the Muslim minority Rohingya in 2017 and used their land for security outposts, says a UN-backed report released on Monday. Violence against the Rohingya escalated in August 2017 when Myanmar’s military launched an operation against militant attacks and drove out hundreds of thousands from their homes in the coastal state. Around 1.3 million Rohingya refugees live in densely packed camps in Bangladesh since the military operation that the United Nations later termed a “textbook example of ethnic cleansing”.&nbsp;“Myanmar authorities systematically destroyed Rohingya villages, mosques, cemeteries and farmland. They had knowledge of Rohingya land rights and tenure through official records,” said the report by the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), which said the report is based on first-hand accounts of witnesses, geospatial imagery, video footage, official records and documentation.Myanmar’s military previously said it did not commit genocide against the Rohingya in the 2017 operation, but crimes may have been committed on an individual level.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-government-lists-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-as-a-terrorist-entity-1759151566717">Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’</a>&nbsp;The report was released a day before a UN high-level meeting in New York on the Rohingya crisis, the conditions in Bangladesh’s refugee camps and the stalled repatriation efforts.“Private companies and associated individuals played a direct role by providing machinery and labour to bulldoze villages and build infrastructure under state contracts,” the report says.“The base was built directly over the remains of Inn Din (East and Rakhine) villages, with cleared land replaced by new roads, permanent buildings, fortified compounds and two helipads,” the report said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-sahyog-not-instrument-of-censorship-rules-karnataka-hc-elon-musk-s-x-to-appeal-order-1759148207833">‘Sahyog’ not instrument of censorship, rules Karnataka HC; Elon Musk’s X to appeal order</a>&nbsp;Myanmar has been in political turmoil since the military staged a coup in February 2021, ousting a civilian government led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi and triggering a civil war. The IIMM, established by the UN Human Rights Council in 2018 to investigate serious international crimes committed in Myanmar since 2011 to facilitate prosecutions, is grappling with funding cuts, and its investigation team does not have funds to continue its work beyond year-end.The Rohingya now face renewed threats of violence and displacement as fighting rages in Rakhine state, with some members of the minority community taking up arms.&nbsp;WATCH: Pakistan: Massive Protest In Pakistan Occupied Kashmir PoK | Clashes Turn Ugly<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-massive-protest-in-pakistan-occupied-kashmir-pok-clashes-turn-ugly-1759162855802/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-massive-protest-in-pakistan-occupied-kashmir-pok-clashes-turn-ugly-1759162855802/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;“There is widespread agreement in the international community that Rohingya must be allowed to return home once conditions allow, but in many cases their homes and villages no longer exist,” said IIMM chief Nicholas Koumjian.

Myanmar has been in political turmoil since the military staged a coup in February 2021, ousting a civilian government led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi and triggering a civil war. The Rohingya now face renewed threats of violence and displacement as fighting rages in Rakhine state.

The Myanmar military destroyed villages, mosques and cemeteries in the Rakhine state after the expulsion of the Muslim minority Rohingya in 2017 and used their land for security outposts, says a UN-backed report released on Monday. Violence against the Rohingya escalated in August 2017 when Myanmar’s military launched an operation against militant attacks and drove out hundreds of thousands from their homes in the coastal state. Around 1.3 million Rohingya refugees live in densely packed camps in Bangladesh since the military operation that the United Nations later termed a “textbook example of ethnic cleansing”. “Myanmar authorities systematically destroyed Rohingya villages, mosques, cemeteries and farmland. They had knowledge of Rohingya land rights and tenure through official records,” said the report by the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar (IIMM), which said the report is based on first-hand accounts of witnesses, geospatial imagery, video footage, official records and documentation. Myanmar’s military previously said it did not commit genocide against the Rohingya in the 2017 operation, but crimes may have been committed on an individual level. Also Read: Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’ The report was released a day before a UN high-level meeting in New York on the Rohingya crisis, the conditions in Bangladesh’s refugee camps and the stalled repatriation efforts. “Private companies and associated individuals played a direct role by providing machinery and labour to bulldoze villages and build infrastructure under state contracts,” the report says. “The base was built directly over the remains of Inn Din (East and Rakhine) villages, with cleared land replaced by new roads, permanent buildings, fortified compounds and two helipads,” the report said. Also Read: ‘Sahyog’ not instrument of censorship, rules Karnataka HC; Elon Musk’s X to appeal order Myanmar has been in political turmoil since the military staged a coup in February 2021, ousting a civilian government led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi and triggering a civil war. The IIMM, established by the UN Human Rights Council in 2018 to investigate serious international crimes committed in Myanmar since 2011 to facilitate prosecutions, is grappling with funding cuts, and its investigation team does not have funds to continue its work beyond year-end. The Rohingya now face renewed threats of violence and displacement as fighting rages in Rakhine state, with some members of the minority community taking up arms. WATCH: Pakistan: Massive Protest In Pakistan Occupied Kashmir PoK | Clashes Turn Ugly https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-massive-protest-in-pakistan-occupied-kashmir-pok-clashes-turn-ugly-1759162855802/embed “There is widespread agreement in the international community that Rohingya must be allowed to return home once conditions allow, but in many cases their homes and villages no longer exist,” said IIMM chief Nicholas Koumjian.

Myanmar has been in political turmoil since the military staged a coup in February 2021, ousting a civilian government led by Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi and triggering a civil war. The Rohingya now face renewed threats of violence and displacement as fighting rages in Rakhine state.

Myanmar army razed Rohingya villages in Rakhine state to build security outposts: Report

A Secret Service vehicle caught fire outside the White House on Monday (Sep 29) shortly before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit. The incident prompted authorities to impose street closures. Reportedly, the SUV was parked at 18th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. No injuries were reported.&nbsp;This came as Netanyahu and Trump are meeting at the White House to discuss a proposal to end the war in Gaza and return all Israeli hostages. The Secret Service cruiser that caught fire was providing security for Netanyahu’s visit.&nbsp;According to Just the News, the vehicle’s back seat caught flames, and the officials swiftly responded to contain the fire. The cause of the blaze has not been disclosed by the authorities yet, and the fire marshal is investigating the incident.&nbsp;In a statement on X, the DC Fire and EMS Department said that the incident has been ruled an accident.&nbsp;“2 units and a battalion chief responded to this incident at 18th St and Pa. Ave NW at 9:31 AM. There were no injuries and the cause was ruled accidental,” the statement read.

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At the White House meeting, Trump is expected to push Netanyahu to accept his 21-point peace proposal. Shortly after the concerning incident, Trump welcomed Netanyahu and said that he was “very confident” that there would be a peace deal in Gaza. When asked if all parties were on board with his 21-point plan, Trump again said he was “very confident”.&nbsp;Earlier on Sunday (Sep 28), Trump said on his Truth Social platform, “ALL ARE ON BOARD FOR SOMETHING SPECIAL, FIRST TIME EVER.” Trump and Netanyahu are set to hold a press conference at 1:15 pm (1715 GMT).&nbsp;“To reach a good deal, a reasonable deal for both sides, both sides have to give up a little bit and might leave the table a little bit unhappy,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told Fox News on Monday.

A Secret Service vehicle caught fire outside the White House on Monday (Sep 29) shortly before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit. The incident prompted authorities to impose street closures. 

A Secret Service vehicle caught fire outside the White House on Monday (Sep 29) shortly before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit. The incident prompted authorities to impose street closures. Reportedly, the SUV was parked at 18th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue. No injuries were reported. This came as Netanyahu and Trump are meeting at the White House to discuss a proposal to end the war in Gaza and return all Israeli hostages. The Secret Service cruiser that caught fire was providing security for Netanyahu’s visit. According to Just the News, the vehicle’s back seat caught flames, and the officials swiftly responded to contain the fire. The cause of the blaze has not been disclosed by the authorities yet, and the fire marshal is investigating the incident. In a statement on X, the DC Fire and EMS Department said that the incident has been ruled an accident. “2 units and a battalion chief responded to this incident at 18th St and Pa. Ave NW at 9:31 AM. There were no injuries and the cause was ruled accidental,” the statement read.

A Secret Service vehicle caught fire outside the White House on Monday (Sep 29) shortly before Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s visit. The incident prompted authorities to impose street closures.

Secret Service SUV catches fire outside White House ahead of Trump-Netanyahu meet

US President Donald Trump, who shook most of the world in February by announcing his Gaza takeover plan and saying that he would relocate the Palestinians to a "big, beautiful" place, has proposed a fresh plan to end the war in the strip. In the 21-point proposal, Trump's stance on Gaza seems flipped as the plan encourages Palestinians to remain in Gaza till there is a way to get a Palestinian state.&nbsp;America shared the document with a few Arab and Muslim countries earlier this week on the United Nations General Assembly sidelines. As per the Times of Israel, the plan also features clauses that have been staples in various proposals crafted by different stakeholders in recent months: release of all hostages, Hamas’s removal from power.This sudden change in Trump's stance came as a shock to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies, who had long been working to encourage Palestinians to migrate from Gaza. Moreover, the US plan insists that Israel and the Palestinians agree on a “political horizon” for “peaceful coexistence.”&nbsp;While the plan, designed by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, seems largely in favour of the Palestinians, it also has clauses that Israel has long demanded, such as a commitment for Hamas to disarm, the demilitarisation of Gaza, and the establishment of a process to de-radicalise the population.&nbsp;Also read: ‘<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-any-aggression-against-my-country-will-be-met-with-a-decisive-response-russia-s-lavrov-1758990676853">Any aggression against my country will be met with a decisive response: Russia’s Lavrov</a>&nbsp;What's inside the 21-pointers plan?&nbsp;1. Gaza will be a de-radicalised, terror-free zone.2. Gaza will be redeveloped for the benefit of its people.3. If both Hamas and Israel agree to the proposal, the war will end immediately.4. Hamas will release all living and deceased hostages within 48 hours of Israel publicly accepting the deal.5. Once the hostages are returned, Israel will free several hundred Palestinian security prisoners serving life sentences and over 1,000 Gazans arrested since the start of the war6. Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence will be granted amnesty, while members who wish to leave the Strip will be granted safe passage7. Humanitarian aid will surge in Gaza at rates no lower than the benchmarks set in the January 2025 hostage deal: 600 trucks of aid per day.8. Aid will be distributed, without interference from either side, by the United Nations and the Red Crescent.9. Gaza will be governed by a temporary, transitional government of Palestinian technocrats.10. An economic plan will be created to rebuild Gaza through the convening of experts with experience in constructing modern Middle East cities.11. An economic zone will be established, with reduced tariffs and access rates to be negotiated by participating countries.12. No one will be forced to leave Gaza, but those who choose to leave will be allowed to return.13. Hamas will have no role in Gaza’s governance, as mentioned by the Palestinian president.14. A security guarantee will be provided by regional partners to ensure that Hamas and other Gaza factions comply with their obligations.15. America will work with Arab and other international partners to develop a temporary international stabilisation force. The force will deploy in Gaza to oversee security in the Strip.16. Israel will not occupy or annex Gaza.17. If Hamas delays or rejects this proposal, the above points will proceed in terror-free areas.18. Israel agrees not to carry out future strikes in Qatar.19. A process will be established to de-radicalise the population.20. When all this is done, work will begin for a Palestinian statehood.21. The US will establish a dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians to agree on a political horizon for peaceful coexistence.

America shared the document with a few Arab and Muslim countries earlier this week on the United Nations General Assembly sidelines. The plan also features clauses that have been staples in various proposals crafted by different stakeholders in recent months.

US President Donald Trump, who shook most of the world in February by announcing his Gaza takeover plan and saying that he would relocate the Palestinians to a "big, beautiful" place, has proposed a fresh plan to end the war in the strip. In the 21-point proposal, Trump's stance on Gaza seems flipped as the plan encourages Palestinians to remain in Gaza till there is a way to get a Palestinian state. America shared the document with a few Arab and Muslim countries earlier this week on the United Nations General Assembly sidelines. As per the Times of Israel, the plan also features clauses that have been staples in various proposals crafted by different stakeholders in recent months: release of all hostages, Hamas’s removal from power. This sudden change in Trump's stance came as a shock to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his allies, who had long been working to encourage Palestinians to migrate from Gaza. Moreover, the US plan insists that Israel and the Palestinians agree on a “political horizon” for “peaceful coexistence.” While the plan, designed by US special envoy Steve Witkoff, seems largely in favour of the Palestinians, it also has clauses that Israel has long demanded, such as a commitment for Hamas to disarm, the demilitarisation of Gaza, and the establishment of a process to de-radicalise the population. Also read: ‘Any aggression against my country will be met with a decisive response: Russia’s Lavrov What's inside the 21-pointers plan? 1. Gaza will be a de-radicalised, terror-free zone. 2. Gaza will be redeveloped for the benefit of its people. 3. If both Hamas and Israel agree to the proposal, the war will end immediately. 4. Hamas will release all living and deceased hostages within 48 hours of Israel publicly accepting the deal. 5. Once the hostages are returned, Israel will free several hundred Palestinian security prisoners serving life sentences and over 1,000 Gazans arrested since the start of the war 6. Hamas members who commit to peaceful coexistence will be granted amnesty, while members who wish to leave the Strip will be granted safe passage 7. Humanitarian aid will surge in Gaza at rates no lower than the benchmarks set in the January 2025 hostage deal: 600 trucks of aid per day. 8. Aid will be distributed, without interference from either side, by the United Nations and the Red Crescent. 9. Gaza will be governed by a temporary, transitional government of Palestinian technocrats. 10. An economic plan will be created to rebuild Gaza through the convening of experts with experience in constructing modern Middle East cities. 11. An economic zone will be established, with reduced tariffs and access rates to be negotiated by participating countries. 12. No one will be forced to leave Gaza, but those who choose to leave will be allowed to return. 13. Hamas will have no role in Gaza’s governance, as mentioned by the Palestinian president. 14. A security guarantee will be provided by regional partners to ensure that Hamas and other Gaza factions comply with their obligations. 15. America will work with Arab and other international partners to develop a temporary international stabilisation force. The force will deploy in Gaza to oversee security in the Strip. 16. Israel will not occupy or annex Gaza. 17. If Hamas delays or rejects this proposal, the above points will proceed in terror-free areas. 18. Israel agrees not to carry out future strikes in Qatar. 19. A process will be established to de-radicalise the population. 20. When all this is done, work will begin for a Palestinian statehood. 21. The US will establish a dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians to agree on a political horizon for peaceful coexistence.

America shared the document with a few Arab and Muslim countries earlier this week on the United Nations General Assembly sidelines. The plan also features clauses that have been staples in various proposals crafted by different stakeholders in recent months.

Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu

A government shutdown is looming in the United States, as Democrats and Republicans clash over domestic policies related to healthcare, federal job cuts and international funding. President Trump and the Leaders of Congress are set to meet today at the White House, which could decide whether the US Government will shut down this week. The clock is ticking on an agreement to be reached by September 30 midnight.<h2>What is a government shutdown in the US?</h2>In the United States, the fiscal year is calculated from October 1. If a deal is not reached by midnight on September 30, then federal agencies and departments will run out of legal authority for spending. Without funding, many parts of the department can not function and will be forced to cease all non-essential functions.&nbsp;<h2>Does a government shutdown happen every year?</h2>A government shutdown does not happen every year. It happens only if an agreement is not reached on budget spending or a continuing resolution. In the last 50 years, there have been 21 government shutdowns. &nbsp;With the last one being in 2018-19 during President Donald Trump's last term in office. It lasted for approximately 35 days; the major dispute was then funding for the US-Mexico border wall.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/statue-trump-epstein-national-mall-washington-1758692549717">Statue of Trump and Epstein holding hands appears on National Mall, mocking “Everlasting Friendship”</a><h2>Why is the 2025 shutdown threat more serious?</h2>This year's threat seems more potent, as a memo released by the White House told federal agencies to prepare for permanent layoffs in departments in the event of a shutdown. Trump earlier this week refused to sit down with congressional leaders, alleging that their demands were unserious. In exchange for their votes in the Senate, the Democrats are demanding a rollback on the wholesale Medicaid cuts, extension of subsidies that limit the cost of health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, and the restoration of the funding to public media. Liz Shuler, the president of the American Federation of Labour and Congress of Industrial Organisations (AFL-CIO) said that government employees have already suffered because of the Elon Musk-led government efficiency campaign. She said the federal employees are becoming stooges of Trump's political gain. While Republicans hold a majority in both chambers of the House are pushing for a short-term funding bill that would extend government funding bill till November 21. The government is planning to employ the shutdown as a strategy to downsize the federal workforce. Nearly 100,000 federal workers are expected to resign tomorrow.<h2>What is most affected during a government shutdown?</h2>Federal agencies like non-essential offices, national parks and museums are expected to perform at limited capacity. Government benefits like Social Security and Medicare are likely to face delays in processing, and paychecks for military and security personnel, federal employees, will be furloughed. Contractors and businesses will face interruptions in payments and temporary suspensions of projects. There are expected delays for visa and passport processing, affecting international businesses and travellers.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Clock is ticking on the US Government Shutdown 2025 as Congress and the White House clash over funding, healthcare, and federal layoffs, impacting services and employees nationwide.

A government shutdown is looming in the United States, as Democrats and Republicans clash over domestic policies related to healthcare, federal job cuts and international funding. President Trump and the Leaders of Congress are set to meet today at the White House, which could decide whether the US Government will shut down this week. The clock is ticking on an agreement to be reached by September 30 midnight. What is a government shutdown in the US? In the United States, the fiscal year is calculated from October 1. If a deal is not reached by midnight on September 30, then federal agencies and departments will run out of legal authority for spending. Without funding, many parts of the department can not function and will be forced to cease all non-essential functions. Does a government shutdown happen every year? A government shutdown does not happen every year. It happens only if an agreement is not reached on budget spending or a continuing resolution. In the last 50 years, there have been 21 government shutdowns. With the last one being in 2018-19 during President Donald Trump's last term in office. It lasted for approximately 35 days; the major dispute was then funding for the US-Mexico border wall. Also Read: Statue of Trump and Epstein holding hands appears on National Mall, mocking “Everlasting Friendship” Why is the 2025 shutdown threat more serious? This year's threat seems more potent, as a memo released by the White House told federal agencies to prepare for permanent layoffs in departments in the event of a shutdown. Trump earlier this week refused to sit down with congressional leaders, alleging that their demands were unserious. In exchange for their votes in the Senate, the Democrats are demanding a rollback on the wholesale Medicaid cuts, extension of subsidies that limit the cost of health insurance under the Affordable Care Act, and the restoration of the funding to public media. Liz Shuler, the president of the American Federation of Labour and Congress of Industrial Organisations (AFL-CIO) said that government employees have already suffered because of the Elon Musk-led government efficiency campaign. She said the federal employees are becoming stooges of Trump's political gain. While Republicans hold a majority in both chambers of the House are pushing for a short-term funding bill that would extend government funding bill till November 21. The government is planning to employ the shutdown as a strategy to downsize the federal workforce. Nearly 100,000 federal workers are expected to resign tomorrow. What is most affected during a government shutdown? Federal agencies like non-essential offices, national parks and museums are expected to perform at limited capacity. Government benefits like Social Security and Medicare are likely to face delays in processing, and paychecks for military and security personnel, federal employees, will be furloughed. Contractors and businesses will face interruptions in payments and temporary suspensions of projects. There are expected delays for visa and passport processing, affecting international businesses and travellers.

Clock is ticking on the US Government Shutdown 2025 as Congress and the White House clash over funding, healthcare, and federal layoffs, impacting services and employees nationwide.

US Government shutdown 2025: What it is, why it happens, and why this year feels more serious – full details inside

On Monday (Sep 29), as US President Donald Trump meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss and seal a deal Gaza ceasefire, the former said he’s ‘very confident’. Trump has, in his previous interactions with the media, said that he has stopped seven wars and conflicts across the world. He is now eyeing to end the eighth war, which is the one between Israeli military and Hamas. This conflict has been ongoing for over 2 years now, and many lives have been lost. It has triggered the largest displacement of the human race in the recent past. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-to-meet-netanyahu-as-ending-israel-s-gaza-war-reaches-pressure-point-1759158355118/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-to-meet-netanyahu-as-ending-israel-s-gaza-war-reaches-pressure-point-1759158355118/embed</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A 21-point peace plan was presented by Trump, and the two leaders have met to discuss the same. There have been multiple ceasefire conversations in the past. Washington has been keen on ending wars globally, and Trump administration has been vocal about it too. From the vice president to the White House spokesperson, everybody has been speaking about the president's aim for a peaceful world. Trump has also been nominated by his allies for the Nobel Peace Prize. Recently, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif also mentioned that his reason for nominating the US president was for his intervention in halting the cross-border fighting between nuclear-armed nations India and Pakistan.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;In September, the Health Ministry in Gaza said that over 66,000 people have been killed since October 7, 2023, the year the conflict began. But reports say that independent researchers suggest the number is much larger than what is projected. Also, noting that death due to starvation, diseases, and lack of healthcare facilities has added to the death toll in the war-torn region.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump is now eyeing to end the eighth war, which is the one between Israel and Hamas. 

On Monday (Sep 29), as US President Donald Trump meets Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to discuss and seal a deal Gaza ceasefire, the former said he’s ‘very confident’. Trump has, in his previous interactions with the media, said that he has stopped seven wars and conflicts across the world. He is now eyeing to end the eighth war, which is the one between Israeli military and Hamas. This conflict has been ongoing for over 2 years now, and many lives have been lost. It has triggered the largest displacement of the human race in the recent past. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-to-meet-netanyahu-as-ending-israel-s-gaza-war-reaches-pressure-point-1759158355118/embed A 21-point peace plan was presented by Trump, and the two leaders have met to discuss the same. There have been multiple ceasefire conversations in the past. Washington has been keen on ending wars globally, and Trump administration has been vocal about it too. From the vice president to the White House spokesperson, everybody has been speaking about the president's aim for a peaceful world. Trump has also been nominated by his allies for the Nobel Peace Prize. Recently, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif also mentioned that his reason for nominating the US president was for his intervention in halting the cross-border fighting between nuclear-armed nations India and Pakistan. Also read: Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu In September, the Health Ministry in Gaza said that over 66,000 people have been killed since October 7, 2023, the year the conflict began. But reports say that independent researchers suggest the number is much larger than what is projected. Also, noting that death due to starvation, diseases, and lack of healthcare facilities has added to the death toll in the war-torn region.

US President Donald Trump is now eyeing to end the eighth war, which is the one between Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;

'Very confident': Trump welcomes Netanyahu, hints at positive outcome ahead of Gaza deal

Russian Embassy's deputy chief of mission Roman Babushkin, talking about India-Russia defence cooperation, has said that Brahmos missiles have an "absolutely unlimited potential for upgradation". BrahMos, a supersonic cruise missile, is a product of an India-Russia joint venture, combining Indian DRDO and Russian NPOM expertise. BrahMos was conceived in the mid-1990s amid India's push for advanced cruise missile capabilities.The top Russian diplomat said that this upgrade in "terms of its tactical parameters" &amp; "certainly one of the best examples of advanced and trusted defence cooperation between any 2 countries that can happen". Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor. It has been exported as well, to the Philippines, with a $375M deal with more countries keen to buy.Asked about more future defence cooperation, Babushkin said, "We have a very advanced dialogue with India on all types of defence cooperation which is available right now...sharing right now with India, based on our modern war experience". He added, "We really, as the only country in the world, can offer to India sophisticated weapons like 5th generation fighter jets, common joint production of its components and licensed production".Both India, Russia are currently working on the upcoming visit of Russian President Putin to India in the month of December. Describing the upcoming visit as a landmark, the Russian diplomat pointed out that this year, both countries are celebrating 15 years of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. He was hopeful about labour market mobility between the 2 countries, as in "Russia, we need a labour force, people to work in Russian industry, India has an excessive labour force" and this makes a "perfect sense of mutual complementarians, which can play very well".On the presence of Indians in the Russian army, he said, "This is a problem of great mutual concern. From the very beginning, we kept saying the Russian army doesn't need Indians to fight. We have never recruited intentionally." As per the latest Indian data, 27 Indian nationals are presently serving in the Russian army, and the Indian government has strongly urged all Indian nationals to stay away from the offers being made to serve in the Russian army, as they are fraught with danger and risk to life. DCM Babushkin pointed to a mechanism of coordination by the Indian embassy in Moscow and the Russian defence ministry to resolve such matters.

Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor.

Russian Embassy's deputy chief of mission Roman Babushkin, talking about India-Russia defence cooperation, has said that Brahmos missiles have an "absolutely unlimited potential for upgradation". BrahMos, a supersonic cruise missile, is a product of an India-Russia joint venture, combining Indian DRDO and Russian NPOM expertise. BrahMos was conceived in the mid-1990s amid India's push for advanced cruise missile capabilities. The top Russian diplomat said that this upgrade in "terms of its tactical parameters" & "certainly one of the best examples of advanced and trusted defence cooperation between any 2 countries that can happen". Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor. It has been exported as well, to the Philippines, with a $375M deal with more countries keen to buy. Asked about more future defence cooperation, Babushkin said, "We have a very advanced dialogue with India on all types of defence cooperation which is available right now...sharing right now with India, based on our modern war experience". He added, "We really, as the only country in the world, can offer to India sophisticated weapons like 5th generation fighter jets, common joint production of its components and licensed production". Both India, Russia are currently working on the upcoming visit of Russian President Putin to India in the month of December. Describing the upcoming visit as a landmark, the Russian diplomat pointed out that this year, both countries are celebrating 15 years of Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. He was hopeful about labour market mobility between the 2 countries, as in "Russia, we need a labour force, people to work in Russian industry, India has an excessive labour force" and this makes a "perfect sense of mutual complementarians, which can play very well". On the presence of Indians in the Russian army, he said, "This is a problem of great mutual concern. From the very beginning, we kept saying the Russian army doesn't need Indians to fight. We have never recruited intentionally." As per the latest Indian data, 27 Indian nationals are presently serving in the Russian army, and the Indian government has strongly urged all Indian nationals to stay away from the offers being made to serve in the Russian army, as they are fraught with danger and risk to life. DCM Babushkin pointed to a mechanism of coordination by the Indian embassy in Moscow and the Russian defence ministry to resolve such matters.

Brahmos was used by India to thwart Pakistan's attack, after Rawalpindi launched an attack on India, post the counter-terror operation, Operation Sindoor.

Brahmos has absolutely unlimited potential for upgradation: Top Russian diplomat Roman Babushkin

A stowaway was found dead inside the landing gear compartment of an American Airlines flight on Sunday (Sep 28). The incident came to light after the plane arrived in Charlotte, North Carolina, from Europe and was undergoing maintenance around 9 am local time. The authorities are investigating the matter.According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD), the individual, who has not been identified yet, was pronounced dead at the scene. In a statement, an American Airlines spokesperson said that it was working with law enforcement on its investigation.“The subject was pronounced deceased on scene by CMPD’s airport division officers,” the police said in a statement. “Homicide unit detectives responded to the scene to conduct an investigation, and crime scene search responded to process the scene and collect physical evidence.” The investigators have urged anyone with information to come forward, adding that an investigation was ongoing.Charlotte Douglas International Airport authorities said that they were aware of the incident and were supporting the police in the investigation as needed. The statement added that normal operations will continue at the airport.“We are deeply saddened by this news and will support Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s (CMPD) investigation as needed,” it said.It is extremely dangerous to hide in a plane’s wheel, the most common method used by stowaways. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, more than 77 per cent of such instances have resulted in death as of 2019.Earlier this month, a 13-year-old boy from Afghanistan was found wandering on a tarmac in India after hiding in the landing gear of a plane that travelled from Kabul to Delhi. He was repatriated to Afghanistan the same day after a medical check-up.In January, two people were found dead in the wheel well of a JetBlue flight from New York to Florida. In another incident two weeks before this, a body was found in the wheel bay of a United Airlines flight from Chicago to Maui.

The individual, who has not been identified yet, was pronounced dead at the scene. In a statement, an American Airlines spokesperson said that it was working with law enforcement on its investigation.

A stowaway was found dead inside the landing gear compartment of an American Airlines flight on Sunday (Sep 28). The incident came to light after the plane arrived in Charlotte, North Carolina, from Europe and was undergoing maintenance around 9 am local time. The authorities are investigating the matter. According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD), the individual, who has not been identified yet, was pronounced dead at the scene. In a statement, an American Airlines spokesperson said that it was working with law enforcement on its investigation. “The subject was pronounced deceased on scene by CMPD’s airport division officers,” the police said in a statement. “Homicide unit detectives responded to the scene to conduct an investigation, and crime scene search responded to process the scene and collect physical evidence.” The investigators have urged anyone with information to come forward, adding that an investigation was ongoing. Charlotte Douglas International Airport authorities said that they were aware of the incident and were supporting the police in the investigation as needed. The statement added that normal operations will continue at the airport. “We are deeply saddened by this news and will support Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department’s (CMPD) investigation as needed,” it said. It is extremely dangerous to hide in a plane’s wheel, the most common method used by stowaways. According to the Federal Aviation Administration, more than 77 per cent of such instances have resulted in death as of 2019. Earlier this month, a 13-year-old boy from Afghanistan was found wandering on a tarmac in India after hiding in the landing gear of a plane that travelled from Kabul to Delhi. He was repatriated to Afghanistan the same day after a medical check-up. In January, two people were found dead in the wheel well of a JetBlue flight from New York to Florida. In another incident two weeks before this, a body was found in the wheel bay of a United Airlines flight from Chicago to Maui.

The individual, who has not been identified yet, was pronounced dead at the scene. In a statement, an American Airlines spokesperson said that it was working with law enforcement on its investigation.

Shocking! Stowaway found dead in American Airlines flight’s landing gear in Charlotte

The US President has been serious about imposing tariffs, and in another step forward, he mentioned that countries are taking away its business. In a recent move, Trump noted that North Carolina has lost its furniture business to China and other countries. He is certain about imposing taxes, but is probably working through the percentage and other important aspects to be factored in before levying taxes. In his Truth Social post, the president wrote, “In order to make North Carolina, which has completely lost its furniture business to China, and other Countries, GREAT again, I will be imposing substantial Tariffs on any Country that does not make its furniture in the United States. Details to follow!!!”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-and-benjamin-netanyahu-to-discuss-gaza-peace-plan-at-the-white-house-1759155665945/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-and-benjamin-netanyahu-to-discuss-gaza-peace-plan-at-the-white-house-1759155665945/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump has also accused countries of stealing America’s movie business. He said it was like ‘stealing candy from a baby’. Further passed on some blame to California’s Governor, whom he called ‘incompetent’ as he announced a 100% tariff on ‘any and all movies that are made outside of the United States’.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-how-is-he-posting-this-trump-boasts-of-24kt-gold-in-white-house-hours-after-deadly-church-shooting-1759122910225">'HOW is he posting THIS': Trump boasts of 24kt gold in White House hours after deadly church shooting</a>&nbsp;In his second term in the office, the 79-year-old has been focused on cutting the state’s wasteful spending, and so with DOGE, he and Tesla Chief Elon Musk sifted through jobs and downsized many departments. Months later, a difference in opinion led Musk to exit his position. Immigration is another big concern for the Trump administration. Deportation to visa fees, America is looking at everything with a keen eye.&nbsp;&nbsp;The latest and on-going process is tariff.&nbsp;Unsparing could probably be the apt word to describe US President Donald Trump's tariffs. In April, the Trump administration had announced about levying tax on the world's remotest region – a place ruled by penguins, seals, and birds. Heard and McDonald Islands – the icy archipelago does not have a single human on the land, and the last time people visited is believed to be about a decade ago.

US President Donald Trump announces fresh tariff, this time on furniture made outside America. 

The US President has been serious about imposing tariffs, and in another step forward, he mentioned that countries are taking away its business. In a recent move, Trump noted that North Carolina has lost its furniture business to China and other countries. He is certain about imposing taxes, but is probably working through the percentage and other important aspects to be factored in before levying taxes. In his Truth Social post, the president wrote, “In order to make North Carolina, which has completely lost its furniture business to China, and other Countries, GREAT again, I will be imposing substantial Tariffs on any Country that does not make its furniture in the United States. Details to follow!!!” https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-and-benjamin-netanyahu-to-discuss-gaza-peace-plan-at-the-white-house-1759155665945/embed Trump has also accused countries of stealing America’s movie business. He said it was like ‘stealing candy from a baby’. Further passed on some blame to California’s Governor, whom he called ‘incompetent’ as he announced a 100% tariff on ‘any and all movies that are made outside of the United States’. Also read: 'HOW is he posting THIS': Trump boasts of 24kt gold in White House hours after deadly church shooting In his second term in the office, the 79-year-old has been focused on cutting the state’s wasteful spending, and so with DOGE, he and Tesla Chief Elon Musk sifted through jobs and downsized many departments. Months later, a difference in opinion led Musk to exit his position. Immigration is another big concern for the Trump administration. Deportation to visa fees, America is looking at everything with a keen eye. The latest and on-going process is tariff. Unsparing could probably be the apt word to describe US President Donald Trump's tariffs. In April, the Trump administration had announced about levying tax on the world's remotest region – a place ruled by penguins, seals, and birds. Heard and McDonald Islands – the icy archipelago does not have a single human on the land, and the last time people visited is believed to be about a decade ago.

US President Donald Trump announces fresh tariff, this time on furniture made outside America.&nbsp;

After movies, Trump to levy tariff on furniture made outside US

U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that all films produced outside the United States will face a 100% tariff, a drastic policy shift that could reshape global cinema and unsettle Hollywood’s international ties.&nbsp;The announcement was made on Trump’s Truth Social account on Monday, where he accused other nations of stripping America of its once-thriving movie industry. "Our movie-making business has been stolen from the United States of America, by other countries, just like stealing candy from a baby," he wrote.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/bruce-willis-250m-estate-spark-dispute-between-wife-and-demi-moore-s-daughters-1759146855543">Bruce Willis’ $250M estate spark dispute between wife and Demi Moore’s daughters</a><h2>A blow to global film trade</h2>The move is unprecedented in scope. For decades, U.S. studios have relied on foreign markets for box-office success, co-productions, and lower-cost filming locations. Industry reports warn that the tariffs could disrupt not only imports of foreign films but also joint projects where production and post-production work is spread across multiple countries.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/dolly-parton-postpones-las-vegas-concert-what-happened-to-the-country-music-icon-1759140270055">Dolly Parton postpones Las Vegas concert; What happened to the country legend?</a>&nbsp;Shares of Netflix dropped 1.4% in premarket trading, while Warner Bros Discovery fell 0.6%, reflecting investor concern over potential fallout.&nbsp;<h2>Unclear legal path</h2>What remains murky is how such tariffs would be legally enforced. Trade experts point out that films are typically considered intellectual property and fall under services trade, an area where the U.S. usually runs a surplus. Analysts suggest the tariffs could face legal challenges both domestically and internationally.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/baywatch-reboot-carmen-electra-aka-lani-to-be-back-in-the-action-series-here-s-the-truth-1759134429756">Baywatch reboot: Carmen Electra aka Lani to be back in the action series?</a>&nbsp;Hollywood executives, meanwhile, are uncertain about the scope. Would the tariffs apply to streaming platforms, foreign-financed American films, or co-productions with international studios? The lack of clarity has left entertainment companies scrambling for answers.&nbsp;<h2>Part of wider protectionist agenda</h2>&nbsp;Trump has been gradually expanding tariffs beyond manufacturing into cultural and consumer industries. Alongside films, he also announced fresh levies on imported furniture, citing economic losses in states like North Carolina. The move continues his broader “America First” trade agenda, which has seen tariffs imposed on pharmaceuticals, heavy trucks, and household goods in recent weeks.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/d4vd-case-was-celeste-rivas-dead-weeks-before-she-was-discovered-in-singer-s-registered-tesla-1759127077973">D4vd case: Was Celeste Rivas dead weeks before she was discovered in Tesla?</a><h2>Industry reaction</h2>Many in Hollywood fear that the new policy could backfire. Studios like Disney, Paramount, and Warner Bros often shoot abroad to reduce costs, and international markets, particularly China make up a significant share of their revenue. Restricting access to foreign productions could hinder growth at a time when studios are still recovering from the pandemic and adjusting to changing streaming dynamics.&nbsp;Despite skepticism, Trump doubled down in his post, stressing that the tariffs are meant to “level the playing field” and bring film production back to U.S. soil. “We want movies made in America again,” he said.&nbsp;

Donald Trump announces to impose 100% tariffs on foreign films, stating the movie-making business of America has been stolen by other countries. 


U.S. President Donald Trump has declared that all films produced outside the United States will face a 100% tariff, a drastic policy shift that could reshape global cinema and unsettle Hollywood’s international ties. The announcement was made on Trump’s Truth Social account on Monday, where he accused other nations of stripping America of its once-thriving movie industry. "Our movie-making business has been stolen from the United States of America, by other countries, just like stealing candy from a baby," he wrote. Also Read: Bruce Willis’ $250M estate spark dispute between wife and Demi Moore’s daughters A blow to global film trade The move is unprecedented in scope. For decades, U.S. studios have relied on foreign markets for box-office success, co-productions, and lower-cost filming locations. Industry reports warn that the tariffs could disrupt not only imports of foreign films but also joint projects where production and post-production work is spread across multiple countries. Also Read: Dolly Parton postpones Las Vegas concert; What happened to the country legend? Shares of Netflix dropped 1.4% in premarket trading, while Warner Bros Discovery fell 0.6%, reflecting investor concern over potential fallout. Unclear legal path What remains murky is how such tariffs would be legally enforced. Trade experts point out that films are typically considered intellectual property and fall under services trade, an area where the U.S. usually runs a surplus. Analysts suggest the tariffs could face legal challenges both domestically and internationally. Also Read: Baywatch reboot: Carmen Electra aka Lani to be back in the action series? Hollywood executives, meanwhile, are uncertain about the scope. Would the tariffs apply to streaming platforms, foreign-financed American films, or co-productions with international studios? The lack of clarity has left entertainment companies scrambling for answers. Part of wider protectionist agenda Trump has been gradually expanding tariffs beyond manufacturing into cultural and consumer industries. Alongside films, he also announced fresh levies on imported furniture, citing economic losses in states like North Carolina. The move continues his broader “America First” trade agenda, which has seen tariffs imposed on pharmaceuticals, heavy trucks, and household goods in recent weeks. Also Read: D4vd case: Was Celeste Rivas dead weeks before she was discovered in Tesla? Industry reaction Many in Hollywood fear that the new policy could backfire. Studios like Disney, Paramount, and Warner Bros often shoot abroad to reduce costs, and international markets, particularly China make up a significant share of their revenue. Restricting access to foreign productions could hinder growth at a time when studios are still recovering from the pandemic and adjusting to changing streaming dynamics. Despite skepticism, Trump doubled down in his post, stressing that the tariffs are meant to “level the playing field” and bring film production back to U.S. soil. “We want movies made in America again,” he said.

Donald Trump announces to impose 100% tariffs on foreign films, stating the movie-making business of America has been stolen by other countries.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Trump declares 100% tariffs on all foreign movies; What it means for Hollywood

US President Donald Trump threatened on Monday (September 29) that he would hold the federal funds to New York City if Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral election. Trump, via a post on Truth Social, said, “Self-proclaimed New York City Communist, Zohran Mamdani, who is running for Mayor, will prove to be one of the best things to ever happen to our great Republican Party. He is going to have problems with Washington like no Mayor in the history of our once great City.”&nbsp;“Remember, he needs the money from me, as President, in order to fulfill all of his FAKE Communist promises. He won’t be getting any of it, so what’s the point of voting for him? This ideology has failed, always, for thousands of years. It will fail again, and that’s guaranteed!” the American president added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a>

This came just a day after the current Mayor Eric Adams withdrew his name from the candidates list, after multiple pushes by the American president. This so former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, who polls show is Mamdani’s closest challenger, can come closer to a win.&nbsp;‘Despite all we’ve achieved’&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;Adam posted a video on X on Sunday (September 28) and said, “Despite all we’ve achieved, I cannot continue my reelection campaign.”&nbsp;“The constant media speculation about my future and the campaign finance board’s decision to withhold millions of dollars have undermined my ability to raise the funds needed for a serious campaign,” he added.&nbsp;‘We’re going to show...’&nbsp;Reacting to Adam’s withdrawal, Mamdani called Adam’s withdrawal a reflection of his ties with wealthy donors. “It’s a race between us and the failed politics that we’ve seen, whether it’s Andrew Cuomo or Eric Adams… We’re going to show that they can’t dictate the outcome of this race”, Mamdani told reporters.

Trump said that Zohran Mamdani, who is running for Mayor, will prove to be one of the best things to ever happen to our great Republican Party. 

US President Donald Trump threatened on Monday (September 29) that he would hold the federal funds to New York City if Zohran Mamdani wins the mayoral election. Trump, via a post on Truth Social, said, “Self-proclaimed New York City Communist, Zohran Mamdani, who is running for Mayor, will prove to be one of the best things to ever happen to our great Republican Party. He is going to have problems with Washington like no Mayor in the history of our once great City.” “Remember, he needs the money from me, as President, in order to fulfill all of his FAKE Communist promises. He won’t be getting any of it, so what’s the point of voting for him? This ideology has failed, always, for thousands of years. It will fail again, and that’s guaranteed!” the American president added. Also read: Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu

“Self-proclaimed New York City Communist, Zohran Mamdani, who is running for Mayor, will prove to be one of the best things to ever happen to our great Republican Party," Trump said.&nbsp;

‘He’s going to have problems like no Mayor in the history of NYC’: Trump threatens to hold federal funds if Zohran Mamdani wins mayoral elex

The government of Canada has listed the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist entity, following calls from Conservative and NDP politicians. Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Gary Anandasangaree, announced on Monday that the Government of Canada has listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code. A press release issued by the Ministry of Public Safety said that the gang had met the legal definition of a terrorist group, adding that its activities “target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation." The Bishnoi Gang, named after its leader Lawrence Bishnoi, has been linked to a number of high-profile criminal activities, including extortion, smuggling, and murder both in India and abroad. The gang has increasingly come under international scrutiny in recent years.&nbsp;“Every person in Canada has the right to feel safe in their home and community and as a government it is our fundamental responsibility to protect them. Specific communities have been targeted for terror, violence and intimidation by the Bishnoi Gang. Listing this group of criminal terrorists gives us more powerful and effective tools to confront and put a stop to their crimes,” said Anandasangaree.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Today, our government listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity. Violence, terror, and the intimidation of communities will never be tolerated in Canada. We’re taking action to combat these threats: <a href="https://t.co/LO49Bhxg7F">https://t.co/LO49Bhxg7F</a>&mdash; Gary Anandasangaree (@gary_srp) <a href="https://twitter.com/gary_srp/status/1972644828270956700?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;“The Bishnoi Gang is a transnational criminal organization operating primarily out of India. They have a presence in Canada and are active in areas with significant diaspora communities. The Bishnoi Gang engages in murder, shootings and arson, and generates terror through extortion and intimidation. They create a climate of insecurity in these communities by targeting them, their prominent community members, businesses, and cultural figures. Listing the Bishnoi Gang will help Canadian security, intelligence, and law enforcement agencies in combatting their crimes and making communities safer,” then ministry said.&nbsp;&nbsp;“The Bishnoi Gang has met the definition of a “terrorist group” under Canada’s Criminal Code. A terrorist listing means anything owned by that group in Canada, property, vehicles, money can be frozen or seized and gives Canadian law enforcement more tools to prosecute terrorist offences, including those related to financing, travel and recruitment,” said a release issued by the Ministry of Public Safety.&nbsp;&nbsp;Acts of violence and terror have no place in Canada, especially those that target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation, it added.&nbsp;After the listing, now it will be a criminal offence for anyone in Canada and Canadians abroad to knowingly deal with any property owned or controlled by the Lawrence Bishnoi gang. Moreover, directly or indirectly providing property knowing that it will be used by or benefit the gang will also amount to an offence. The Criminal Code listing can now be used by immigration and border officials to inform decisions on admissibility to Canada under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A terrorist listing means anything owned by that group in Canada, property, vehicles, money can be frozen or seized and gives Canadian law enforcement more tools to prosecute terrorist offences, including those related to financing, travel and recruitment, said the Ministry of Public Safety.

The government of Canada has listed the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist entity, following calls from Conservative and NDP politicians. Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Gary Anandasangaree, announced on Monday that the Government of Canada has listed the Bishnoi Gang as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code. A press release issued by the Ministry of Public Safety said that the gang had met the legal definition of a terrorist group, adding that its activities “target specific communities to create a climate of fear and intimidation." The Bishnoi Gang, named after its leader Lawrence Bishnoi, has been linked to a number of high-profile criminal activities, including extortion, smuggling, and murder both in India and abroad. The gang has increasingly come under international scrutiny in recent years. “Every person in Canada has the right to feel safe in their home and community and as a government it is our fundamental responsibility to protect them. Specific communities have been targeted for terror, violence and intimidation by the Bishnoi Gang. Listing this group of criminal terrorists gives us more powerful and effective tools to confront and put a stop to their crimes,” said Anandasangaree.

A terrorist listing means anything owned by that group in Canada, property, vehicles, money can be frozen or seized and gives Canadian law enforcement more tools to prosecute terrorist offences, including those related to financing, travel and recruitment, said the Ministry of Public Safety.

Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as ‘terrorist entity’

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Monday (Sep 29) warned European leaders that if they made the mistake of triggering a war against Moscow, it could escalate into a conflict with “weapons of mass destruction”. His remarks come amid Russia’s heightened tensions with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) nations and the European Union (EU), fueled by several drone sightings in Europe.In a post on Telegram, Medvedev, who is deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, said that Russia does not need such a war, including with “frigid old Europe”. He added that the European powers “simply cannot afford a war with Russia” and that “the possibility of a fatal accident always exists.”“And such a conflict has an absolutely real risk of escalating into a war using weapons of mass destruction,” Medvedev said.Earlier this week, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused NATO and the EU of declaring a “real war” against Russia by showing support to Ukraine and directly engaging in the conflict.“Another clear example is the crisis in Ukraine provoked by the West, through which NATO and the EU have ... already declared a real war on my country and are directly involved in it,” Lavrov said at the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting at the United Nations headquarters in New York.Tensions between Russia and Western blocs escalated after European nations accused Russia of violating their airspace with drones and fighter jets in recent weeks, including in Poland, Estonia, and Romania. Germany, Norway, and Denmark have also raised concerns over unexplained drone activity in their airspace.Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Monday (Sep 29) that Russia was likely behind mysterious drone sightings over several Scandinavian airports, prompting authorities to close operations briefly.Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump, who engaged in a war of words with Medvedev last month, ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines over “provocative” remarks by a Russian official.

Medvedev, who is deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, said that Russia does not need such a war, including with “frigid old Europe”. He added that the European powers “simply cannot afford a war with Russia.”

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Monday (Sep 29) warned European leaders that if they made the mistake of triggering a war against Moscow, it could escalate into a conflict with “weapons of mass destruction”. His remarks come amid Russia’s heightened tensions with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) nations and the European Union (EU), fueled by several drone sightings in Europe. In a post on Telegram, Medvedev, who is deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, said that Russia does not need such a war, including with “frigid old Europe”. He added that the European powers “simply cannot afford a war with Russia” and that “the possibility of a fatal accident always exists.” “And such a conflict has an absolutely real risk of escalating into a war using weapons of mass destruction,” Medvedev said. Earlier this week, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused NATO and the EU of declaring a “real war” against Russia by showing support to Ukraine and directly engaging in the conflict. “Another clear example is the crisis in Ukraine provoked by the West, through which NATO and the EU have ... already declared a real war on my country and are directly involved in it,” Lavrov said at the G20 foreign ministers’ meeting at the United Nations headquarters in New York. Tensions between Russia and Western blocs escalated after European nations accused Russia of violating their airspace with drones and fighter jets in recent weeks, including in Poland, Estonia, and Romania. Germany, Norway, and Denmark have also raised concerns over unexplained drone activity in their airspace. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said on Monday (Sep 29) that Russia was likely behind mysterious drone sightings over several Scandinavian airports, prompting authorities to close operations briefly. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump, who engaged in a war of words with Medvedev last month, ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines over “provocative” remarks by a Russian official.

Medvedev, who is deputy chairman of Russia’s Security Council, said that Russia does not need such a war, including with “frigid old Europe”. He added that the European powers “simply cannot afford a war with Russia.”

‘Risk of escalating into...’: Former Russian president’s BIG warning to Europeans amid tensions with NATO, EU

Russia is closely observing the possible deliveries of US Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine for use against Moscow in the ongoing war. Although, Kremlin further said on Monday (September 29) that the long-range missile would not bring much change to the battlefield. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also said it was essential to find out if America or Ukraine supplied the targeting data for missiles.&nbsp;This came after the US Vice President JD Vance revealed on Sunday (September 28) that the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked for the long-range missiles for help in the war with Russia. Vance told Fox News that Trump would take the final call in the matter. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinians-to-stay-in-gaza-israel-will-coexist-peacefully-trump-s-21-point-plan-revealed-note-it-might-shock-netanyahu-1758985106410">Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu</a>&nbsp;“We’re certainly reviewing a number of requests from the Europeans,” the US VP added.&nbsp;‘Use the ability to hit deep’ Meanwhile, the US Special Envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, said that in his opinion, Trump will give authorisation for &nbsp;Ukraine to use the Tomahawk missile. Talking to Fox News, Kellogg said, “I think reading what he has said, and reading what Vice President Vance has said, as well as Secretary Rubio, the answer is yes. Use the ability to hit deep." "That decision has not been made (...) I know that President Zelenskyy did in fact ask for them, which was confirmed by a social media post by Vice President Vance," the Ukraine envoy added.&nbsp;‘We need it but won’t use it’

Zelensky, during an interview with Axios, hinted that the US is planning to give a weapon system to his army that will help his country during the war with Russia. Axios' Barak Ravid asked the Ukrainian president, "What is the one tangible thing that you need Trump to give you in order for you to win on the battlefield?"&nbsp;Zelensky replied, "I told him about one thing we need. He said he will work on it.""Was it a weapon system?" Ravid asked. "Yes. We need it but it does not mean we will use it. That weapon is additional pressure on Putin for him to sit," Zelensky told the Axios host.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also said it was essential to find out if America or Ukraine supplied the targeting data for missiles.



Russia is closely observing the possible deliveries of US Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine for use against Moscow in the ongoing war. Although, Kremlin further said on Monday (September 29) that the long-range missile would not bring much change to the battlefield. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also said it was essential to find out if America or Ukraine supplied the targeting data for missiles. This came after the US Vice President JD Vance revealed on Sunday (September 28) that the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked for the long-range missiles for help in the war with Russia. Vance told Fox News that Trump would take the final call in the matter. Also read: Palestinians to stay in Gaza, Israel will coexist ‘peacefully’: Trump’s 21-point plan REVEALED. Note: It might shock Netanyahu “We’re certainly reviewing a number of requests from the Europeans,” the US VP added. ‘Use the ability to hit deep’ Meanwhile, the US Special Envoy to Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, said that in his opinion, Trump will give authorisation for Ukraine to use the Tomahawk missile. Talking to Fox News, Kellogg said, “I think reading what he has said, and reading what Vice President Vance has said, as well as Secretary Rubio, the answer is yes. Use the ability to hit deep." "That decision has not been made (...) I know that President Zelenskyy did in fact ask for them, which was confirmed by a social media post by Vice President Vance," the Ukraine envoy added. ‘We need it but won’t use it’

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also said it was essential to find out if America or Ukraine supplied the targeting data for missiles.

Will Trump give Tomahawk missiles to Zelensky for Russia war? Kremlin says even if he does, it ‘won’t change battlefield situation'

Ahead of the meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump on Monday (Sep 29), an Israeli far-right minister insisted their military maintain “full operational freedom” in Gaza. The two leaders are set to meet at the White House, where Trump is expected to push Netanyahu to accept his 21-point peace plan to end the conflict.In a lengthy post on X, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich echoed Netanyahu’s remarks, saying, “a Palestinian state that would endanger Israel’s existence”. He outlined “red lines” that hia Religious Zionism Party “will not compromise on”.Smotrich said that “through actions, our hold on the territory, and uncompromising enforcement that depends solely on the IDF and our security system.” He demanded a “true and complete withdrawal” of Hamas from Gaza and a full disarmament of all terror infrastructures.“The IDF will remain forever in the perimeter, including the Philadelphi Corridor, will maintain full operational freedom of action in all areas of the Strip, and will prevent smuggling and defend the southern settlements. It has been proven that we cannot rely on anyone else but ourselves to prevent smuggling and the rearmament of terror organizations in Gaza,” he said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">אני מאחל הצלחה רבה לראש הממשלה בפגישתו עם הנשיא טראמפ היום. הצלחתו הצלחתנו. לקח מרכזי מה- 7 לאוקטובר והמלחמה שאנו מנהלים מאז בכל הגזרות הוא שביטחון ישראל אינו מושג בהסכמים מדיניים שלא שווים את הנייר שהם כתובים עליו או בהתחייבויות וערבויות שלא מחזיקים מים וממשלים שמתחלפים, אלא…&mdash; בצלאל סמוטריץ&#39; (@bezalelsm) <a href="https://twitter.com/bezalelsm/status/1972581248057958598?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Smotrich also rejected any involvement of the Palestinian Authority or Qatar in Gaza. He added, “It is time to put an end to Qatar's hypocrisy and duplicity, which encourages and funds terror.” The minister also denied a mention of a Palestinian state, saying it “would endanger Israel’s existence.”“President Trump, upon entering office, explained better than anyone else how small Israel is, like the tip of a pen relative to the huge table in the Oval Office and how impossible it is to defend it with such narrow borders. The idea of a Palestinian state must be taken off the table forever and certainly not brought back through the front door and granted it dangerous ideological legitimacy in a right-wing government with the supportive Trump administration,” he said.

In a lengthy post on X, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich echoed Netanyahu’s remarks, saying, “a Palestinian state that would endanger Israel’s existence”. He outlined “red lines” that hia Religious Zionism Party “will not compromise on”.

Ahead of the meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump on Monday (Sep 29), an Israeli far-right minister insisted their military maintain “full operational freedom” in Gaza. The two leaders are set to meet at the White House, where Trump is expected to push Netanyahu to accept his 21-point peace plan to end the conflict. In a lengthy post on X, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich echoed Netanyahu’s remarks, saying, “a Palestinian state that would endanger Israel’s existence”. He outlined “red lines” that hia Religious Zionism Party “will not compromise on”. Smotrich said that “through actions, our hold on the territory, and uncompromising enforcement that depends solely on the IDF and our security system.” He demanded a “true and complete withdrawal” of Hamas from Gaza and a full disarmament of all terror infrastructures. “The IDF will remain forever in the perimeter, including the Philadelphi Corridor, will maintain full operational freedom of action in all areas of the Strip, and will prevent smuggling and defend the southern settlements. It has been proven that we cannot rely on anyone else but ourselves to prevent smuggling and the rearmament of terror organizations in Gaza,” he said.

In a lengthy post on X, Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich echoed Netanyahu’s remarks, saying, “a Palestinian state that would endanger Israel’s existence”. He outlined “red lines” that hia Religious Zionism Party “will not compromise on”.

‘Full operational freedom’ for IDF in Gaza: Israeli minister draws ‘red lines’ ahead of Netanyahu-Trump meet

Trump on Saturday posted an AI video of the far-right Medbed conspiracy and later deleted it after about twelve hours. The video was styled like a Fox News segment with 'Lara Trump' - Daughter-in-law of Trump (AI-generated) announcing ‘MedBed hospitals’ and a ‘national MedBed card’ system.&nbsp;The video claimed that every American will receive a MedBed card. “With it, you’ll have guaranteed access to our new hospitals led by the top doctors in the nation, equipped with the most advanced technology in the world,” said AI Trump. However, Fox News denied airing any segment related to this.&nbsp;<h2>What is MedBed?</h2>MedBed is a far-right conspiracy theory or pseudoscience. It believes that the American government has access to futuristic medical pods - 'MedBeds', that can cure any disease and even grow back limbs. The technology is being hidden from US citizens by liberals. The theory is popular among QAnon circles. QAnon is a cult that began in late 2017. It started with anonymous posts by a person or a group under the name Q on platforms like 4chan and 8kun. They believe in a ‘Deep State’ conspiracy theory that a cabal of satanic, cannibalistic child molesters controls governments, media, and financial systems. They see Trump as a saviour leading the fight against the &nbsp;‘Deep State’. QAnon believes that MedBed is being used to keep JFK alive.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/statue-trump-epstein-national-mall-washington-1758692549717">Statue of Trump and Epstein holding hands appears on National Mall, mocking “Everlasting Friendship”</a><h2>Trump brutally mocked by Gavin Newsom</h2>Newsom's press office responded to Trump's 'Magic Bed' post, “Trump is about to shut down the government and rip health care from 20 million Americans. What’s he doing? Posting AI-generated slop about ‘miracle hospital beds’ that cure all illnesses. DONALD TRUMP HAS LOST IT.” The online feud between Trump and Newsom had been on for some time. The handle had been posting, copying the unorthodox style of Trump.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump is about to shut down the government and rip health care from 20 million Americans. What’s he doing? Posting AI-generated slop about “miracle hospital beds” that cure all illness. DONALD TRUMP HAS LOST IT. <a href="https://t.co/uzYSfp6OY7">https://t.co/uzYSfp6OY7</a>&mdash; Governor Newsom Press Office (@GovPressOffice) <a href="https://twitter.com/GovPressOffice/status/1972315118601203991?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Donald Trump posted and deleted an AI MedBed conspiracy video. Gavin Newsom mocked the post, calling it “AI slop” as Trump faces political heat.

Trump on Saturday posted an AI video of the far-right Medbed conspiracy and later deleted it after about twelve hours. The video was styled like a Fox News segment with 'Lara Trump' - Daughter-in-law of Trump (AI-generated) announcing ‘MedBed hospitals’ and a ‘national MedBed card’ system. The video claimed that every American will receive a MedBed card. “With it, you’ll have guaranteed access to our new hospitals led by the top doctors in the nation, equipped with the most advanced technology in the world,” said AI Trump. However, Fox News denied airing any segment related to this. What is MedBed? MedBed is a far-right conspiracy theory or pseudoscience. It believes that the American government has access to futuristic medical pods - 'MedBeds', that can cure any disease and even grow back limbs. The technology is being hidden from US citizens by liberals. The theory is popular among QAnon circles. QAnon is a cult that began in late 2017. It started with anonymous posts by a person or a group under the name Q on platforms like 4chan and 8kun. They believe in a ‘Deep State’ conspiracy theory that a cabal of satanic, cannibalistic child molesters controls governments, media, and financial systems. They see Trump as a saviour leading the fight against the ‘Deep State’. QAnon believes that MedBed is being used to keep JFK alive. Also read: Statue of Trump and Epstein holding hands appears on National Mall, mocking “Everlasting Friendship” Trump brutally mocked by Gavin Newsom Newsom's press office responded to Trump's 'Magic Bed' post, “Trump is about to shut down the government and rip health care from 20 million Americans. What’s he doing? Posting AI-generated slop about ‘miracle hospital beds’ that cure all illnesses. DONALD TRUMP HAS LOST IT.” The online feud between Trump and Newsom had been on for some time. The handle had been posting, copying the unorthodox style of Trump.

Donald Trump posted and deleted an AI MedBed conspiracy video. Gavin Newsom mocked the post, calling it “AI slop” as Trump faces political heat.

Trump posts and deletes AI video of Medbed conspiracy, brutally mocked by Newsom

Massive protests have erupted across the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) on September 29, over structural reforms. According to local media reports, at least one person has been killed and several others injured. The disputed territory is in tension amid escalating public discontent, denial of political rights and economic hardship. The protest called by Awami Action Committee (AAC) has resulted in thousands marching into the streets, roads blocked, shops shut in cities like Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Rawalako for a potential ‘shutter-down and wheel-jam’ indefinite strike. The administration has suspended the internet since midnight to curb mobilisation.&nbsp;<h2>Reasons for protests in POK</h2>The root of these protests is political marginalisation. Residents are extremely dissatisfied with the 12 legislative assembly seats reserved for Kashmiri refugees. &nbsp;They feel that these Kashmiri refugees are elite and are disconnected from the ground realities. &nbsp;They see it as an undermining of the local representation and a lack of accountability from the government. The rising prices of flour and power tariffs linked to the Mangla hydropower project have also angered the locals. The locals are demanding major structural reform, like the abolition of the 12 legislative assembly seats, establishing free education and health facilities, an international and national airport, providing subsidised flour, other essential goods and electricity for locals. &nbsp;The AAC has produced a 38-point charter highlighting decades of political neglect and a demand for autonomy and self-governance.&nbsp;“Let it be clear once again: we are not running a campaign against any ideology or institution, but for the bona fide rights of our people that have been denied for over seven decades under one or the other pretext,” said Shaukat Nawaz Mir, leader of AAC, as quoted by Dawn News.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BIG—Massive protest in POJK Roads blocked, shops shut, internet suspended. Additional reinforcements deployed to control protestors. Situation tense! <a href="https://t.co/ArxU45xV35">pic.twitter.com/ArxU45xV35</a>&mdash; R.A.W Commentary (@R_Analysis_W) <a href="https://twitter.com/R_Analysis_W/status/1972541822242296187?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Thousands of civilians are set to stage massive protests in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Pakistan?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Pakistan</a>-Occupied Kashmir (<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PoK?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PoK</a>) tomorrow under the leadership of the Awami Action Committee, demanding justice and accountability from Islamabad. In response, the <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PakistanArmy?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PakistanArmy</a> has rushed thousands of troops from… <a href="https://t.co/cEcxMYZlWX">pic.twitter.com/cEcxMYZlWX</a>&mdash; IDU (@defencealerts) <a href="https://twitter.com/defencealerts/status/1972353866210406502?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Read Also: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/khalistani-separatist-gosal-threat-ajit-doval-khalistan-referendum-1758879279042">'Ajit Doval, why don't you come to Canada' - Provocative remarks of Khalistani separatists freed on bail</a><h2>Response from the Pakistani administration</h2>The Pakistani administration has partially blocked landlines, mobiles, internet and social media in various parts of PoK. With escalating tension, Islamabad has deployed troops, and clashes have been reported between protesters and security forces. Representatives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had earlier held talks with the Action Committee, which failed, leading to the protests. The protest began earlier this week, on September 27. In Kotli, security forces reportedly fired on civilians and used tear gas to control the crowds, leaving several individuals injured. Today, protests have seen the death of one protester and several other injuries as tension continues.&nbsp;

Thousands march in Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Rawalakot as Awami Action Committee calls for a ‘shutter-down & wheel-jam’ strike in PoK. Protesters demand political reforms, subsidised essentials, and autonomy. Authorities suspend the internet as clashes with security forces escalate.

Massive protests have erupted across the Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) on September 29, over structural reforms. According to local media reports, at least one person has been killed and several others injured. The disputed territory is in tension amid escalating public discontent, denial of political rights and economic hardship. The protest called by Awami Action Committee (AAC) has resulted in thousands marching into the streets, roads blocked, shops shut in cities like Muzaffarabad, Kotli, and Rawalako for a potential ‘shutter-down and wheel-jam’ indefinite strike. The administration has suspended the internet since midnight to curb mobilisation. Reasons for protests in POK The root of these protests is political marginalisation. Residents are extremely dissatisfied with the 12 legislative assembly seats reserved for Kashmiri refugees. They feel that these Kashmiri refugees are elite and are disconnected from the ground realities. They see it as an undermining of the local representation and a lack of accountability from the government. The rising prices of flour and power tariffs linked to the Mangla hydropower project have also angered the locals. The locals are demanding major structural reform, like the abolition of the 12 legislative assembly seats, establishing free education and health facilities, an international and national airport, providing subsidised flour, other essential goods and electricity for locals. The AAC has produced a 38-point charter highlighting decades of political neglect and a demand for autonomy and self-governance. “Let it be clear once again: we are not running a campaign against any ideology or institution, but for the bona fide rights of our people that have been denied for over seven decades under one or the other pretext,” said Shaukat Nawaz Mir, leader of AAC, as quoted by Dawn News.

One dead and several injured as police fired on protestors during a ‘shutter-down &amp; wheel-jam’ strike in PoK. Protesters demand political reforms, subsidised essentials, and autonomy. Authorities suspend the internet as clashes with security forces escalate.

Massive protests erupt in PoK over political neglect, one dead, several injured, internet suspended

Moldova's ruling pro-EU party on Monday hailed victory in polls overshadowed by accusations of Russian interference, evoking an "extraordinarily difficult struggle" to gain a slim parliamentary majority. The small European Union candidate nation, which borders Ukraine and has a pro-Russia breakaway region, has long been divided over whether to move closer with Brussels or maintain Soviet-era relations with Moscow.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sunday's elections were seen as crucial for the ex-Soviet republic to maintain its push towards EU integration, launched after Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. "Russia threw everything dirty it had into the fight... It's not only PAS that won the elections, the people won,"&nbsp;Igor Grosu, leader of the Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), told a press conference. But analysts warned that the ruling party's victory was "fragile" and that Russia could yet stir trouble.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;With over 99.91 percent of ballots counted, the party of President Maia Sandu had garnered 50.16 percent of the vote to elect members of the 101-seat parliament. That compared to 24.19 percent for the pro-Russian Patriotic Bloc, according to results published on the election commission's website. The support for PAS was slightly lower than the 52.8 percent that it won in 2021. - 'Right path' - "It's very nice to wake up in a Moldova which chose the right path: peace, development and stability," Nadir Grinco, 25, who works in organisational communication, told AFP in Chisinau. "I'm feeling more confident... I won't have to move abroad like I planned in case of less satisfying results," she added.&nbsp;&nbsp;European leaders -- including neighbouring Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky -- hailed the result as a victory for the continent. "Russia failed to destabilise Moldova even after spending huge, huge resources to undermine it and to corrupt whoever&nbsp;they&nbsp;could," the wartime leader said. European Council head Antonio Costa said Moldova had chosen a "European future", Poland's prime minister hailed Moldova for foiling Russian ambitions while France congratulated Moldovans on their "sovereign" choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;"Statistically speaking PAS has guaranteed a fragile majority," analyst Andrei Curararu of the Chisinau-based think tank WatchDog.md told AFP on Sunday night. But he warned that "danger" had not passed, "as a functional government is difficult to form". "The Kremlin has bankrolled too big of an operation to stand down and could resort to protests, bribing PAS MPs and other tactics to disrupt forming a stable pro-European government," he added. The ballot was overshadowed by fears of vote buying and unrest, as well as "an unprecedented campaign of disinformation" from Russia, according to the EU. Moscow has denied the allegations. - Protest call - Igor Dodon, a former president and one of the leaders of the Patriotic Bloc, has called on people to "peacefully protest" on Monday, accusing PAS of stealing the vote.&nbsp;&nbsp;"If during the night there are falsifications ... we will ask for elections to be repeated," he said late Sunday. Voters in the country of 2.4 million -- one of Europe's poorest -- have expressed frustration over economic hardship, as well as scepticism over the drive to join the EU. Liuba Peribicovski, a 75-year-old pensioner, said the result was "negative" for her, expressing disappointment with the EU. "Prove this meddling!" she said. The government has accused the Kremlin of spending hundreds of millions in "dirty money" to interfere in the campaign. In the lead-up to the vote, prosecutors carried out hundreds of searches related to what the government said was "electoral corruption" and "destabilisation attempts", with dozens arrested. Turnout stood at around 52 percent, similar to that of the last parliamentary elections in 2021

The elections were seen as crucial for the ex-Soviet republic to maintain its push towards EU integration, launched after Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. 

Moldova's ruling pro-EU party on Monday hailed victory in polls overshadowed by accusations of Russian interference, evoking an "extraordinarily difficult struggle" to gain a slim parliamentary majority. The small European Union candidate nation, which borders Ukraine and has a pro-Russia breakaway region, has long been divided over whether to move closer with Brussels or maintain Soviet-era relations with Moscow. Sunday's elections were seen as crucial for the ex-Soviet republic to maintain its push towards EU integration, launched after Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. "Russia threw everything dirty it had into the fight... It's not only PAS that won the elections, the people won," Igor Grosu, leader of the Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS), told a press conference. But analysts warned that the ruling party's victory was "fragile" and that Russia could yet stir trouble. With over 99.91 percent of ballots counted, the party of President Maia Sandu had garnered 50.16 percent of the vote to elect members of the 101-seat parliament. That compared to 24.19 percent for the pro-Russian Patriotic Bloc, according to results published on the election commission's website. The support for PAS was slightly lower than the 52.8 percent that it won in 2021. - 'Right path' - "It's very nice to wake up in a Moldova which chose the right path: peace, development and stability," Nadir Grinco, 25, who works in organisational communication, told AFP in Chisinau. "I'm feeling more confident... I won't have to move abroad like I planned in case of less satisfying results," she added. European leaders -- including neighbouring Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky -- hailed the result as a victory for the continent. "Russia failed to destabilise Moldova even after spending huge, huge resources to undermine it and to corrupt whoever they could," the wartime leader said. European Council head Antonio Costa said Moldova had chosen a "European future", Poland's prime minister hailed Moldova for foiling Russian ambitions while France congratulated Moldovans on their "sovereign" choice. "Statistically speaking PAS has guaranteed a fragile majority," analyst Andrei Curararu of the Chisinau-based think tank WatchDog.md told AFP on Sunday night. But he warned that "danger" had not passed, "as a functional government is difficult to form". "The Kremlin has bankrolled too big of an operation to stand down and could resort to protests, bribing PAS MPs and other tactics to disrupt forming a stable pro-European government," he added. The ballot was overshadowed by fears of vote buying and unrest, as well as "an unprecedented campaign of disinformation" from Russia, according to the EU. Moscow has denied the allegations. - Protest call - Igor Dodon, a former president and one of the leaders of the Patriotic Bloc, has called on people to "peacefully protest" on Monday, accusing PAS of stealing the vote. "If during the night there are falsifications ... we will ask for elections to be repeated," he said late Sunday. Voters in the country of 2.4 million -- one of Europe's poorest -- have expressed frustration over economic hardship, as well as scepticism over the drive to join the EU. Liuba Peribicovski, a 75-year-old pensioner, said the result was "negative" for her, expressing disappointment with the EU. "Prove this meddling!" she said. The government has accused the Kremlin of spending hundreds of millions in "dirty money" to interfere in the campaign. In the lead-up to the vote, prosecutors carried out hundreds of searches related to what the government said was "electoral corruption" and "destabilisation attempts", with dozens arrested. Turnout stood at around 52 percent, similar to that of the last parliamentary elections in 2021

The elections were seen as crucial for the ex-Soviet republic to maintain its push towards EU integration, launched after Moscow's 2022 invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;

Moldova's pro-EU party hails poll win despite 'dirty' Russian tactics

US President Donald Trump, will today (Tuesday, Sep 29) host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. The two leaders will engage in high stakes talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza. Ahead of the meeting, Trump insists a peace deal was essentially ready after meetings with Arab leaders last week, saying on Truth Social: “ALL ARE ON BOARD FOR SOMETHING SPECIAL, FIRST TIME EVER. WE WILL GET IT DONE!!!” The framework, according to reports, would see Hamas disarmed, hostages freed, and a ceasefire enforced. Netanyahu, however, has been far less enthusiastic.<h2>Netanyahu and peace in Gaza</h2>In a fiery UN speech on Friday, Netanyahu vowed to “finish the job” against Hamas and said he would block the creation of a Palestinian state, despite recent recognition by several Western countries. Israel has also continued a grinding military push into Gaza City, displacing hundreds of thousands.Families of Israeli hostages meanwhile have urged Trump to resist attempts to derail the deal, writing in an open letter that “The stakes are too high and our families have waited too long for any interference to derail this progress.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/emmanuel-macron-pokes-fun-at-trump-s-nobel-peace-prize-dream-says-you-ll-get-one-when-1758697284585">Emmanuel Macron pokes fun at Trump's Nobel Peace Prize dream, says you'll get one only when...</a><h2>Trump frustrated by Netanyahu</h2>Trump, usually a close ally of Netanyahu, has in recent days shown flashes of frustration. He warned Israel against annexing the West Bank, criticized its strike on Hamas operatives in Qatar, and made clear he wants movement toward a deal.Analysts say success depends on whether Trump was willing to put pressure on Netanyahu. “Netanyahu has a clear preference for continuing the war and defeating Hamas, but I don't think it's impossible for Trump to convince him otherwise,” Natan Sachs of the Middle East Institute told AFP. “It would need a lot of pressure from Trump and a very clear and sustained strategy.”<h2>US' 21 point plan</h2>Reports suggest the US has floated a 21-point plan, which includes a transitional Gaza authority backed by the UN and Gulf states. Former UK prime minister Tony Blair has been mentioned as a possible figure to help lead it, before eventually handing control to a reformed Palestinian Authority (PA). Netanyahu has rejected any PA role, casting doubt on its ability to change.The Gaza war, now nearing its two-year mark, began with Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack that killed 1,219 people in Israel, the deadliest day in the country’s history. Since then, Israel’s offensive has killed more than 66,000 Palestinians, most of them civilians, according to Gaza’s health ministry figures cited by the UN.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/white-house-claims-un-staffers-tried-to-humiliate-trump-with-escalatorgate-at-unga-un-replies-1758682328512">White House claims UN staffers tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate' at UNGA; UN replies</a><h2>When will we know the result of Trump-Netanyahu meet?</h2>Trump and Netanyahu will hold a joint press conference at 1:15 pm ET (1715 GMT) on Monday. &nbsp;

US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House today (Tuesday, Sep 29) for high-stakes talks centred on a plan to end the nearly two-year war in Gaza. Will Trump's 21 point plan end the war in Gaza?

US President Donald Trump, will today (Tuesday, Sep 29) host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. The two leaders will engage in high stakes talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza. Ahead of the meeting, Trump insists a peace deal was essentially ready after meetings with Arab leaders last week, saying on Truth Social: “ALL ARE ON BOARD FOR SOMETHING SPECIAL, FIRST TIME EVER. WE WILL GET IT DONE!!!” The framework, according to reports, would see Hamas disarmed, hostages freed, and a ceasefire enforced. Netanyahu, however, has been far less enthusiastic. Netanyahu and peace in Gaza In a fiery UN speech on Friday, Netanyahu vowed to “finish the job” against Hamas and said he would block the creation of a Palestinian state, despite recent recognition by several Western countries. Israel has also continued a grinding military push into Gaza City, displacing hundreds of thousands. Families of Israeli hostages meanwhile have urged Trump to resist attempts to derail the deal, writing in an open letter that “The stakes are too high and our families have waited too long for any interference to derail this progress.” Also read | Emmanuel Macron pokes fun at Trump's Nobel Peace Prize dream, says you'll get one only when... Trump frustrated by Netanyahu Trump, usually a close ally of Netanyahu, has in recent days shown flashes of frustration. He warned Israel against annexing the West Bank, criticized its strike on Hamas operatives in Qatar, and made clear he wants movement toward a deal. Analysts say success depends on whether Trump was willing to put pressure on Netanyahu. “Netanyahu has a clear preference for continuing the war and defeating Hamas, but I don't think it's impossible for Trump to convince him otherwise,” Natan Sachs of the Middle East Institute told AFP. “It would need a lot of pressure from Trump and a very clear and sustained strategy.” US' 21 point plan Reports suggest the US has floated a 21-point plan, which includes a transitional Gaza authority backed by the UN and Gulf states. Former UK prime minister Tony Blair has been mentioned as a possible figure to help lead it, before eventually handing control to a reformed Palestinian Authority (PA). Netanyahu has rejected any PA role, casting doubt on its ability to change. The Gaza war, now nearing its two-year mark, began with Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack that killed 1,219 people in Israel, the deadliest day in the country’s history. Since then, Israel’s offensive has killed more than 66,000 Palestinians, most of them civilians, according to Gaza’s health ministry figures cited by the UN. Also read | White House claims UN staffers tried to humiliate Trump with 'escalatorgate' at UNGA; UN replies When will we know the result of Trump-Netanyahu meet? Trump and Netanyahu will hold a joint press conference at 1:15 pm ET (1715 GMT) on Monday.

US President Donald Trump is set to meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House today (Tuesday, Sep 29) for high-stakes talks centred on a plan to end the nearly two-year war in Gaza. Will Trump's 21 point plan end the war in Gaza?

Will US’s ‘21-point plan’ end Gaza war? Trump and Netanyahu to meet in Washington today

As per a report by Statista, here's a look at the top five countries with most nuclear submarines. This list includes the likes of India, China, and United States. Did your nation make the cut? Check it out.

From United States to France, 5 countries with most nuclear submarines. Check where India stands

Nepal's interim government has slapped travel bans on ousted prime minister KP Sharma Oli and four senior officials as investigators dig into last month’s youth-led protests that spiralled into deadly nationwide unrest, suggest reports. Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal confirmed Monday that the restrictions are already in place, following recommendations from a government-appointed commission. The commission said the five men cannot leave the Kathmandu Valley without permission, as they may be summoned for questioning at any time. However, in a statement, Oli labelled the restrictions as an attempt to strip him of his security and official privileges.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/has-kp-sharma-oli-fled-the-country-former-nepal-pm-slams-groundless-new-govt-denies-exile-rumours-1759121361656">Has KP Sharma Oli fled the country? Former Nepal PM slams 'groundless new govt'</a><h2>Oli banned from leaving Nepal</h2>The bans, as per ANI, cover Oli, former home minister Ramesh Lekhak, ex–National Investigation Department chief Hutaraj Thapa, and two other senior bureaucrats. These will stay in place till a commission put in place by Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki probes the violence. Findings of the commission are due before fresh elections in March 2026.The protests, which began September 8 over a brief social media ban, economic frustration, and anger at corruption, escalated after police opened fire on demonstrators. Two days of chaos left at least 73 people dead, torched parliament and government offices, and forced Oli’s government to collapse. Losses to Nepal’s private sector, including auto, hotel, and retail industries, are estimated at $600 million.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/epstein-crowned-himself-king-in-unsettling-custom-chess-set-women-cast-as-pawns-photos-emerge-1759111665304">Epstein crowned himself ‘King’ in unsettling custom chess set, women cast as pawns — photos emerge</a><h2>Oli dismisses suggestions that he's a flight risk</h2>Oli has dismissed suggestions he might flee, accusing the new administration of trying to strip him of his security and privileges. Speaking at a youth wing rally in Bhaktapur, he said he intends to stay and fight politically, calling the Karki government illegitimate. “Do you think we will flee by handing over the nation to this groundless government?” he told supporters.He also accused the Karki government of "throwing the country into insecurity" by targeting political opponents, reports Dhaka Tribune. The former prime minister alleged that “infiltrators” sparked the bloodshed and claimed rifles used by protesters came from outside sources. He also challenged authorities to release his communications with state officials during the crisis, insisting he has nothing to hide.

Nepal's interim government has slapped travel bans on ousted Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and four senior officials as part of an investigation into the deadly, youth-led protests last month that led to the collapse of his government.

Nepal's interim government has slapped travel bans on ousted prime minister KP Sharma Oli and four senior officials as investigators dig into last month’s youth-led protests that spiralled into deadly nationwide unrest, suggest reports. Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal confirmed Monday that the restrictions are already in place, following recommendations from a government-appointed commission. The commission said the five men cannot leave the Kathmandu Valley without permission, as they may be summoned for questioning at any time. However, in a statement, Oli labelled the restrictions as an attempt to strip him of his security and official privileges. Also read | Has KP Sharma Oli fled the country? Former Nepal PM slams 'groundless new govt' Oli banned from leaving Nepal The bans, as per ANI, cover Oli, former home minister Ramesh Lekhak, ex–National Investigation Department chief Hutaraj Thapa, and two other senior bureaucrats. These will stay in place till a commission put in place by Interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki probes the violence. Findings of the commission are due before fresh elections in March 2026. The protests, which began September 8 over a brief social media ban, economic frustration, and anger at corruption, escalated after police opened fire on demonstrators. Two days of chaos left at least 73 people dead, torched parliament and government offices, and forced Oli’s government to collapse. Losses to Nepal’s private sector, including auto, hotel, and retail industries, are estimated at $600 million. Also read | Epstein crowned himself ‘King’ in unsettling custom chess set, women cast as pawns — photos emerge Oli dismisses suggestions that he's a flight risk Oli has dismissed suggestions he might flee, accusing the new administration of trying to strip him of his security and privileges. Speaking at a youth wing rally in Bhaktapur, he said he intends to stay and fight politically, calling the Karki government illegitimate. “Do you think we will flee by handing over the nation to this groundless government?” he told supporters. He also accused the Karki government of "throwing the country into insecurity" by targeting political opponents, reports Dhaka Tribune. The former prime minister alleged that “infiltrators” sparked the bloodshed and claimed rifles used by protesters came from outside sources. He also challenged authorities to release his communications with state officials during the crisis, insisting he has nothing to hide.

Nepal's interim government has slapped travel bans on ousted Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli and four senior officials as part of an investigation into the deadly, youth-led protests last month that led to the collapse of his government.

Nepal bans ousted PM KP Sharma Oli, 4 top officials from travelling amid unrest probe

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a foreword for the Indian edition of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s memoir - ‘I Am Giorgia — My Roots, My Principles.’ In the foreword, the Indian PM said that Meloni has been a patriot and outstanding contemporary leader, adding that this autobiography can be called her ‘Mann Ki Baat’. The Prime Minister hosts his own radio show by the same name. Further, the Prime Minister said that her political journey resonates deeply with Indians. PM Modi and Meloni has been called ‘Melodi’ by the internet, and both the leaders have often shared photos with each other using the same tag.&nbsp;<h2>What Modi wrote in Meloni's book's foreword?</h2>Stating that it had been a great honour for him to contribute to the book, PM Modi informed that the book is set to be launched in India soon by Rupa Publications. Highlighting the friendship between the two leaders, PM Modi wrote that Meloni’s life underscored “timeless truths” of resilience and rootedness. &nbsp;He also praised the Italian leader's “belief in defending one’s cultural heritage while engaging with the world on equal terms mirrors our own values.”&nbsp;“We are bound by shared civilizational instincts like the defence of heritage, the strength of community and the celebration of womanhood as a guiding force. Our nations are joined in spirit by a respect for tradition and an embrace of modernity. This is the bedrock of my own personal friendship with Prime Minister Meloni,” the prime minister wrote.&nbsp;It is interesting to note that the original version of Giorgia Meloni’s autobiography was released in 2021, during her time as opposition leader. She became Italy’s first female prime minister a year later. In June 2025, the US edition of the book was launched. Donald Trump Jr. wrote a brief foreword for the American version. He highlighted Meloni’s working-class roots and called her story a “patriotic tidal wave.”

PM Modi wrote the foreword for the Indian edition of Giorgia Meloni’s memoir I Am Giorgia, praising her as a patriot and resilient leader. Calling it her "Mann Ki Baat", he highlighted shared values like cultural heritage and womanhood. 

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written a foreword for the Indian edition of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s memoir - ‘I Am Giorgia — My Roots, My Principles.’ In the foreword, the Indian PM said that Meloni has been a patriot and outstanding contemporary leader, adding that this autobiography can be called her ‘Mann Ki Baat’. The Prime Minister hosts his own radio show by the same name. Further, the Prime Minister said that her political journey resonates deeply with Indians. PM Modi and Meloni has been called ‘Melodi’ by the internet, and both the leaders have often shared photos with each other using the same tag. What Modi wrote in Meloni's book's foreword? Stating that it had been a great honour for him to contribute to the book, PM Modi informed that the book is set to be launched in India soon by Rupa Publications. Highlighting the friendship between the two leaders, PM Modi wrote that Meloni’s life underscored “timeless truths” of resilience and rootedness. He also praised the Italian leader's “belief in defending one’s cultural heritage while engaging with the world on equal terms mirrors our own values.” “We are bound by shared civilizational instincts like the defence of heritage, the strength of community and the celebration of womanhood as a guiding force. Our nations are joined in spirit by a respect for tradition and an embrace of modernity. This is the bedrock of my own personal friendship with Prime Minister Meloni,” the prime minister wrote. It is interesting to note that the original version of Giorgia Meloni’s autobiography was released in 2021, during her time as opposition leader. She became Italy’s first female prime minister a year later. In June 2025, the US edition of the book was launched. Donald Trump Jr. wrote a brief foreword for the American version. He highlighted Meloni’s working-class roots and called her story a “patriotic tidal wave.”

PM Modi wrote the foreword for the Indian edition of Giorgia Meloni’s memoir I Am Giorgia, praising her as a patriot and resilient leader. Calling it her "Mann Ki Baat", he highlighted shared values like cultural heritage and womanhood.&nbsp;

'Bedrock of personal friendship...': PM Modi writes foreword for Italian counterpart Giorgia Meloni's book

From Tuesday (Sep 30) some 100,000 federal workers are set to exit in what is being called the largest mass resignation in American government history. By the end of the year, this number is projected to reach 300,000, making it the most significant single-year reduction in the civilian federal workforce since World War II. By comparison, around 100,000 civilian jobs were cut between 1945 and 1946. During the 1990s, the Clinton administration's “reinventing government” initiative eliminated some 250,000 positions, but that process took five years. The current wave of exits is occurring within just one calendar year under the direction of President Donald Trump.A potential government shutdown looms on 30 September. Agencies have been ordered to prepare for additional layoffs, particularly targeting non-essential roles. Here is what you should know:<h2>How is the mass exodus being made possible by the Trump administration?</h2>This wave of resignations is not driven by recession but by direct executive action from the Trump administration. The approach was upheld by the United States Supreme Court, even though it bypassed several long-standing protections for federal employees. Supporters describe the effort as a necessary reset or efficiency reform, while critics call it a destabilising and potentially unlawful dismantling of the civil service.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shutdown-looms-as-republicans-slam-democrats-ahead-of-crucial-white-house-meeting-with-trump-1759088779470">Shutdown looms as Republicans slam Democrats ahead of crucial White House meeting with Trump</a><h2>How is the mass resignation happening?</h2>The reduction includes a combination of voluntary resignations, early retirements, buyouts, and forced layoffs. The military and postal service are not affected. The civilian federal workforce is expected to shrink from approximately 2.3 million employees in late 2024 to about 2.1 million by the end of September 2025. By the end of the year, over 12 per cent of the workforce will have exited.<h2>What is the Deferred Resignation Programme (DRP)?</h2>The Deferred Resignation Programme, or DRP, was launched on 28 January through an email from the Office of Personnel Management titled “Fork in the Road”. It followed an executive order signed the same day by President Trump that eliminated key civil service protections.The DRP offered nearly all civilian federal employees the option to resign by 6 February in exchange for full pay and benefits through 30 September, without performing any duties during that period. By July, over 154,000 employees accepted. Another 100,000 were set to formally separate on Tuesday, marking the conclusion of the programme.The DRP is expected to cost 14.8 billion dollars in 2025. However, the administration projects 28 billion dollars in annual savings through reduced payroll and operational costs in the future.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defence-secretary-pete-hegseth-calls-rare-urgent-meeting-of-all-generals-no-one-knows-why-1758813667064">US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth calls rare, urgent meeting of all Generals - No one knows why</a><h2>Hiring freeze and agency closures ordered by DOGE</h2>The DRP was accompanied by a government-wide hiring freeze and the closure or downsizing of several federal agencies, including the USAID, or United States Agency for International Development. These measures were implemented by the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, a newly established agency led by Elon Musk. DOGE also enforced widespread reductions-in-force across multiple departments.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-senate-rejects-stopgap-bill-as-government-shutdown-looms-1758344727225/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-senate-rejects-stopgap-bill-as-government-shutdown-looms-1758344727225/embed</a><h2>Legal challenges to the mass exit failed</h2>The American Federation of Government Employees and other groups filed lawsuits against the DRP, claiming it violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the Anti-Deficiency Act. However, the Supreme Court upheld the legality of the programme in an 8 to 1 ruling on 8 July.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-happens-to-federal-workers-if-the-government-shuts-down-white-house-plans-a-strategy-1758796522465">What happens to federal workers if the government shuts down? White House plans a strategy</a><h2>Why are US federal employees leaving?</h2>Although the resignations were officially voluntary, many were the result of sustained pressure. The hiring freeze and threat of layoffs created a climate of fear. In February, over 24,000 probationary employees in their first one to two years were dismissed en masse. Some were later reinstated by court orders, but reports of panic attacks, anxiety, and depression were widespread.The DRP’s offer of eight months' pay without work duties came at a time when the national unemployment rate was 4.3 per cent. Around 75,000 employees accepted the offer in its first phase. The government also used the Voluntary Early Retirement Authority to encourage eligible workers to leave.The Trump administration ended remote work options and eliminated diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. These changes disproportionately affected women and minority staff. For insatnce, by June 2025, over 300,000 Black women had exited the broader American labour force.A survey by Federal News Network in June found that 25 per cent of remaining federal employees were experiencing burnout. Many cited forced reassignments, unclear priorities, and a hostile workplace as their reasons for wanting to leave. Union leaders said many resignations were made under duress.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-administration-reacts-to-democrats-gop-tussle-as-government-shut-down-looms-1758806871414">Trump's administration reacts to Democrats-GOP tussle as government shut down looms</a><h2>Which government services will be hit by mass resignations?</h2>Key services are already being disrupted. At the Department of the Interior, the processing of federal water rights has slowed. The Department of Veterans Affairs has reassigned patients due to a shortage of social workers. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have struggled to respond to crises such as chemical spills and a bird flu outbreak. The Department of Agriculture has had to rehire workers it had previously laid off.The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the tax agency, lost about 25 per cent of its workforce, raising concerns about delays in the 2026 tax season.&nbsp;The Department of Health and Human Services has seen significant cuts affecting public health surveillance.The economic impact is also spreading. Local economies in federal employment hubs such as Washington, D.C., Kansas City, and northern Virginia are suffering.&nbsp;The Washington, D.C. metro area alone could lose billions in local spending. With only 22,000 jobs added across the country in August 2025, many of the departing federal employees face a weak job market.The reduction has also had a disproportionate effect on diverse agencies. Many of the cuts targeted departments with higher representation of women and minority employees, leading to lasting concerns about equity and representation in the federal workforce.<h2>Which agencies are specifically hit?</h2>The Department of Agriculture has lost approximately 15,000 of its 100,000 employees, representing a 15 per cent reduction. The Department of Health and Human Services has lost about 20,000 out of 82,000 employees, or 24 per cent, with plans for up to 62,000 additional layoffs. The Department of State has lost 12,000 of 75,000 workers, a 16 per cent cut that has affected diplomacy and contractor services. The General Services Administration has reduced its workforce by over 3,000 out of 12,000 employees, a 25 per cent drop. The Environmental Protection Agency has lost 4,000 out of 15,000 workers, a 27 per cent reduction. The Department of Education had 4,200 employees before 2025 and has lost over 1,000, about 24 per cent. The Internal Revenue Service has lost 20,000 out of 80,000 employees, a 25 per cent reduction. The Department of Veterans Affairs, which has 486,000 staff, has experienced a smaller reduction of about 6 per cent, or 30,000 employees.Departments connected to national security, such as the Department of Defence and the Department of Homeland Security, have seen smaller proportional reductions of between 5 and 7 per cent, as they were classified as essential and exempt from most cuts.<h2>What happens if there is a government shutdown?</h2>If Congress fails to approve a funding bill by 30 September, the federal government will shut down. In that case, over 700,000 non-essential employees could be furloughed. Essential services such as Social Security payments would continue, but the disruption would significantly worsen the staffing crisis already underway in the federal government.

Some 300,000 US federal workers will resign under Trump’s policies. This staffing cuts across agencies, seen as politically motivated, will affect services and risks a government shutdown.



From Tuesday (Sep 30) some 100,000 federal workers are set to exit in what is being called the largest mass resignation in American government history. By the end of the year, this number is projected to reach 300,000, making it the most significant single-year reduction in the civilian federal workforce since World War II. By comparison, around 100,000 civilian jobs were cut between 1945 and 1946. During the 1990s, the Clinton administration's “reinventing government” initiative eliminated some 250,000 positions, but that process took five years. The current wave of exits is occurring within just one calendar year under the direction of President Donald Trump. A potential government shutdown looms on 30 September. Agencies have been ordered to prepare for additional layoffs, particularly targeting non-essential roles. Here is what you should know: How is the mass exodus being made possible by the Trump administration? This wave of resignations is not driven by recession but by direct executive action from the Trump administration. The approach was upheld by the United States Supreme Court, even though it bypassed several long-standing protections for federal employees. Supporters describe the effort as a necessary reset or efficiency reform, while critics call it a destabilising and potentially unlawful dismantling of the civil service. Also read: Shutdown looms as Republicans slam Democrats ahead of crucial White House meeting with Trump How is the mass resignation happening? The reduction includes a combination of voluntary resignations, early retirements, buyouts, and forced layoffs. The military and postal service are not affected. The civilian federal workforce is expected to shrink from approximately 2.3 million employees in late 2024 to about 2.1 million by the end of September 2025. By the end of the year, over 12 per cent of the workforce will have exited. What is the Deferred Resignation Programme (DRP)? The Deferred Resignation Programme, or DRP, was launched on 28 January through an email from the Office of Personnel Management titled “Fork in the Road”. It followed an executive order signed the same day by President Trump that eliminated key civil service protections. The DRP offered nearly all civilian federal employees the option to resign by 6 February in exchange for full pay and benefits through 30 September, without performing any duties during that period. By July, over 154,000 employees accepted. Another 100,000 were set to formally separate on Tuesday, marking the conclusion of the programme. The DRP is expected to cost 14.8 billion dollars in 2025. However, the administration projects 28 billion dollars in annual savings through reduced payroll and operational costs in the future. Also read: US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth calls rare, urgent meeting of all Generals - No one knows why Hiring freeze and agency closures ordered by DOGE The DRP was accompanied by a government-wide hiring freeze and the closure or downsizing of several federal agencies, including the USAID, or United States Agency for International Development. These measures were implemented by the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, a newly established agency led by Elon Musk. DOGE also enforced widespread reductions-in-force across multiple departments. https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-senate-rejects-stopgap-bill-as-government-shutdown-looms-1758344727225/embed Legal challenges to the mass exit failed The American Federation of Government Employees and other groups filed lawsuits against the DRP, claiming it violated the Administrative Procedure Act and the Anti-Deficiency Act. However, the Supreme Court upheld the legality of the programme in an 8 to 1 ruling on 8 July. Also read: What happens to federal workers if the government shuts down? White House plans a strategy Why are US federal employees leaving? Although the resignations were officially voluntary, many were the result of sustained pressure. The hiring freeze and threat of layoffs created a climate of fear. In February, over 24,000 probationary employees in their first one to two years were dismissed en masse. Some were later reinstated by court orders, but reports of panic attacks, anxiety, and depression were widespread. The DRP’s offer of eight months' pay without work duties came at a time when the national unemployment rate was 4.3 per cent. Around 75,000 employees accepted the offer in its first phase. The government also used the Voluntary Early Retirement Authority to encourage eligible workers to leave. The Trump administration ended remote work options and eliminated diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. These changes disproportionately affected women and minority staff. For insatnce, by June 2025, over 300,000 Black women had exited the broader American labour force. A survey by Federal News Network in June found that 25 per cent of remaining federal employees were experiencing burnout. Many cited forced reassignments, unclear priorities, and a hostile workplace as their reasons for wanting to leave. Union leaders said many resignations were made under duress. Also read: Trump's administration reacts to Democrats-GOP tussle as government shut down looms Which government services will be hit by mass resignations? Key services are already being disrupted. At the Department of the Interior, the processing of federal water rights has slowed. The Department of Veterans Affairs has reassigned patients due to a shortage of social workers. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) have struggled to respond to crises such as chemical spills and a bird flu outbreak. The Department of Agriculture has had to rehire workers it had previously laid off. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the tax agency, lost about 25 per cent of its workforce, raising concerns about delays in the 2026 tax season. The Department of Health and Human Services has seen significant cuts affecting public health surveillance. The economic impact is also spreading. Local economies in federal employment hubs such as Washington, D.C., Kansas City, and northern Virginia are suffering. The Washington, D.C. metro area alone could lose billions in local spending. With only 22,000 jobs added across the country in August 2025, many of the departing federal employees face a weak job market. The reduction has also had a disproportionate effect on diverse agencies. Many of the cuts targeted departments with higher representation of women and minority employees, leading to lasting concerns about equity and representation in the federal workforce. Which agencies are specifically hit? The Department of Agriculture has lost approximately 15,000 of its 100,000 employees, representing a 15 per cent reduction. The Department of Health and Human Services has lost about 20,000 out of 82,000 employees, or 24 per cent, with plans for up to 62,000 additional layoffs. The Department of State has lost 12,000 of 75,000 workers, a 16 per cent cut that has affected diplomacy and contractor services. The General Services Administration has reduced its workforce by over 3,000 out of 12,000 employees, a 25 per cent drop. The Environmental Protection Agency has lost 4,000 out of 15,000 workers, a 27 per cent reduction. The Department of Education had 4,200 employees before 2025 and has lost over 1,000, about 24 per cent. The Internal Revenue Service has lost 20,000 out of 80,000 employees, a 25 per cent reduction. The Department of Veterans Affairs, which has 486,000 staff, has experienced a smaller reduction of about 6 per cent, or 30,000 employees. Departments connected to national security, such as the Department of Defence and the Department of Homeland Security, have seen smaller proportional reductions of between 5 and 7 per cent, as they were classified as essential and exempt from most cuts. What happens if there is a government shutdown? If Congress fails to approve a funding bill by 30 September, the federal government will shut down. In that case, over 700,000 non-essential employees could be furloughed. Essential services such as Social Security payments would continue, but the disruption would significantly worsen the staffing crisis already underway in the federal government.

Some 300,000 US federal workers will resign under Trump’s policies. This staffing cuts across agencies, seen as politically motivated, will affect services and risks a government shutdown.&nbsp;

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